NEWS ARCHIVE
SEPTEMBER 2026NEVERMORE ANNOUNCES EURO TOUR
American metal band NEVERMORE will return to Europe in 2027, with RIVERS OF NIHIL and URNE as special guests.The 21-date headline run begin in Berlin on April 29 and take the band across Europe before culminating with 2 shows in Turkey at the end of May.
Before hitting the road again, NEVERMORE will continue work on their highly anticipated new album.
Dates & tickets: nevermoreofficial.com/tour
NEW SINGLE WITH INVINCIA
Finnish melodic heavy metal band INVINCIA gives us "Tonight We Ride", the third single taken from their debut album, "Echoes From The Past", due for worldwide release this week, on September 25 via Escape Music.youtu.be/wUX5Nrg2CNc | invinciaband.com | escape-music.com
RUTS DC ANNOUNCES 5Oth ANNIVERSARY TOUR IN THE UK
British punk veterans RUTS DC (aka The RUTS) will celebrate their 50th anniversary next year with 2 UK tours, 1 in April and 1 in October. Tickets go on sale this Friday, September 25.Dates: facebook.com/theruts
NEW FOUND GLORY GUITARIST CHAD GILBERT IS DEAD
Guitarist Chad Gilbert of the long-running pop-punk band NEW FOUND GLORY has died after a 5-year battle with cancer. He was 45 years old.EX-VIXEN VOCALIST JANET GARDNER ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR 2027
Former voice of VIXEN, Janet Gardner, have announced that she will release a brand-new album in 2027, and there will also be new tour dates.She has so far announced 3 dates in the UK in September 2027.
facebook.com/JanetGardnerofficial
DRAGONFORCE SINGER MARC HUDSON STEP BACK DUE TO TINNITUS
Singer Marc Hudson is stepping back from recording and performing with DRAGONFORCE due to an ongoing issue with tinnitus. Replacing him in the studio and on the road will be Alessio Garavello, who previously filled in for Marc in DRAGONFORCE in 2016 and in 2023. Alessio will be handing the male vocals in DRAGONFORCE, supporting frontwoman Alissa White-Gluz (ex-ARCH ENEMY), whose addition to the band was announced in May 2026.facebook.com/dragonforce
NEW SINGLE WITH KARDBORREBANDET
Swedish punk rockers KARDBORREBANDET (aka KBB) have released a new single, "Tiden Är Förbi". They forgot to include a link to it, but it seems to be from an upcoming album anyway.
facebook.com/Kardborrebandet
NEW SINGLE WITH GRAVEYARD
Swedish rock band GRAVEYARD have also released a new single, "Tongue Tied".
graveyard.bfan.link/tongue-tied.fpo | facebook.com/graveyardofficial
FOGHAT RELEASES SECOND SINGLE FROM UPCOMING LIVE ALBUM
FOGHAT lead singer/guitarist Scott Holt takes center stage on the band's soul-stirring take on the Elmore James blues classic "It Hurts Me Too", the second single from the upcoming triple-vinyl "Live & Loud Across The U.S.A.". It arrives ahead of the album's October 30 release on Foghat Records, distributed by Select-O-Hits, a division of Sun Records.youtu.be/OoOGhK0ZmKg?si=4lrwVDjD7xuL_FE1
NEW SINGLE WITH SPIDERS
Swedish rock band SPIDERS have released the title track, "Crystal Eyes", from their upcoming album, which will be released on September 25 via Wild Kingdom.
facebook.com/wearespiders | wildkingdom.se
MANOWAR RESCHEDULE SHOWS IN ICELAND, NORWAY AND SWEDEN
Due to the death of a immediate family member, MANOWAR have rescheduled their shows in Iceland, Norway and Sweden.More details: facebook.com/manowar
NEW SINGLE WITH MINISTRY
MINISTRY's dystopian new single "Singularity", is out now. It's the latest taste of MINISTRY's final album, "Hate To Go (Take Out Or Delivery)", coming October 30 on Cleopatra Records.youtu.be/ZczRl9va6CU?si=1so....
GENE SIMMONS TO BE HONORED WITH LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD AT IEBA 2026
IEBA (International Entertainment Buyers Association) will honor legendary musician, entrepreneur and KISS co-founder Gene Simmons with its Lifetime Achievement Award during the IEBA 2026 Honors & Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, October 6 at The Pinnacle Nashville. The ceremony will serve as the culmination of IEBA's 56th annual conference, taking place October 4-6 at Grand Hyatt Nashville and The Pinnacle.facebook.com/iebaconference
NEW SINGLE WITH ÅSKVÄDER
Swedish hard rockers ÅSKVÄDER deliver yet another single, "On The Fence". New album soon..found.ee/onthefence | facebook.com/askvaderband
ANTHRAX RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
ANTHRAX has released the official music video for "Cursum Perficio", the 4th single and title track of the band's new album, which was released today (Sept. 18) through Megaforce in the U.S. and Nuclear Blast in Europe.
youtu.be/sJopVPdbPJk?....
NEW SINGLE WITH THE EROTICS
New York gutter hard rockers The EROTICS have released the ballad "11 Dead Roses" as the latest single from their latest album, "Just What The Devil Ordered" (out now).youtube.com/watch?v=_Y3fLf8CWOY........ | facebook.com/theerotics
NEW SINGLE WITH DORO
German heavy metal queen Doro announce that she will release a new album, "Wild At Heart", on December 11. "Rock You 2 Death" is the first single, and it's out now.Doro and her band will do some tour dates in Germany in November and December.
youtube.com/watch?v=3CmecwsrqD4 | doropesch.com
NEW SINGLE WITH U.D.O. AND OTHER NEWS
2027 marks a unique triple anniversary for vocalist Udo Dirkschneider and his band U.D.O. - Udo turns 75, U.D.O. celebrate 40 years as a band, and the new album "Voodoo Ranger" will be the German heavy metal institution's 20th studio album. This very special record release will be celebrated on January 8, 2027 via Reigning Phoenix Music.
U.D.O. open this milestone chapter with the first taste of the album with the new single "I'll Die Trying".
The album is only one part of what will make 2027 an exceptional year for Udo Dirkschneider and U.D.O. The band will celebrate 4 decades of U.D.O. live with the extensive "Triple Anniversary Tour 2027", taking the anniversary across Europe and bringing together material from throughout the band's history.
At the same time, another major chapter in Dirkschneider's story will be told away from the stage: his official autobiography, created together with Dan Dreyer, will be published in the very same month as "Voodoo Ranger".
udo.rpm.link/dietryingPR | udo.rpm.link/voodooPR | udo-online.de | reigningphoenixmusic.com
AGGRESSION TO RE-RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM
Xtreem Music announce the definitive reissue of Canadian thrash metal band AGGRESSION's debut album, "Forgotten Skeleton". The album was not released in 1986, when it was recorded, but not until 2004 on CD and 2005 on LP.You can listen to the first single, "By The Reaping Hook", now. The album will be released on November 26.
youtu.be/xY3q__wk3iE | facebook.com/Aggression85 | xtreemmusic.com
2 NEW SINGLES FROM METALAPOLIS RECORDS
Australian hard rockers MYSTERY presents the title track of their upcoming album, "Out For Blood". The album will see the light of day on Friday, October 30.mystery.spread.link/out-for-blood | mysteryrocks.net
Swizz glam/sleaze rockers BLACK DIAMONDS unleash a brand-new live version of their fan-favourite "Evil Twin". Their new live album, "Live In Paradise", will see the light of day on CD, vinyl and digital on Friday, November 20.
blackdiamonds.spread.link/evil-twin | blackdiamondsrock.com
Both are released via Metalapolis Records.
metalapolis.eu
L.A. GUNS COVERS DEEP PURPLE
L.A. GUNS have made a cover of the DEEP PURPLE classic "Space Truckin'". It's taken from the upcoming DEEP PURPLE tribute album, "Purple Storm - A Tribute To Deep Purple", that Cleopatra Records will release on November 13.orcd.co/laguns_spacetruckin | cleorecs.com/search?q=purple+storm | orcd.co/purplestorm
MIMIKRY, TRUBBEL, CHARTA 77, LASTKAJ 14 AND THE CASUALTIES CONFIRMED FOR CLOSE-UP BÅTEN
The punk edition of Close-Up Båten will be sailing on the Baltic Sea, from Stockholm to Tallinn and back, on May 14-16, 2027. Among the confirmed acts are MIMIKRY, TRUBBEL, CHARTA 77 & Johan Johansson, LASTKAJ 14, The CASUALTIES, KRYMPLINGS, COCA CAROLA, KARDBORREBANDET, STRIKT etc.
Tickets go on sale tomorrow, September 18.
facebook.com/CloseUpMagazine
DESCENDENTS TO RE-RELEASE "Bonus Fat" EP
Punk rock legends DESCENDENTS are continuing their reissue campaign through ORG music. Next on deck is a reissue of the compilation EP "Bonus Fat", which includes the "Fat" EP and the "Ride The Wild" single.The new version is out on LP, CD and cassette November 13.
MASTER UNLEASH THE TITLE TRACK FROM THEIR NEW ALBUM
Death metal veterans MASTER unleash the title track from their new album "Among The Seeds Of Death".The album will be released through Hammerheart Records on October 16.
youtu.be/OLXsycx56oQ | master.lnk.to/amongtheseedsofdeath | hammerheart.com | facebook.com/TheRealMasterofficial
MELVINS, HÄLLAS AND BONGRIPPER CONFIRMED FOR DESERTFEST BERLIN
Desertfest Berlin have announced the first wave of bands for next year, and among these artists are MELVINS, HÄLLAS, BONGRIPPER, GNOME, SPOOKY EYES etc.The festival happens on May 14-16, 2027 in Berlin, Germany.
Tickets and more details: desertfest.de
VOODOO QUEEN UNVEILS NEW MUSIC VIDEO
Following the limited release of their debut album, "Violet Crown", French fuzz stoner/heavy blues rock quartet VOODOO QUEEN unveil the official music video for "Bright Cage".youtu.be/4ZGQFc9Na5U?si=8Kb3iIdIxGZL4VEz | instagram.com/voodooqueen_band
NEW LIVE ALBUM WITH B.B. KING
On what would have been his 101st birthday, B.B. King joins the prestigious Montreux Years series with "B.B. King: The Montreux Years", a collection of never-before-heard live recordings from the King of the Blues. Released via BMG on November 20, it draws from 9 of King's 23 appearances at the Montreux Jazz Festival over 4 decades, showcasing recordings from selected performances spanning 1982 to 2000. The CD and digital formats feature all 9 appearances, while the vinyl edition includes recordings from 8 festival shows.The first single, "Early In The Mornin'", is out now.
montreuxyears.lnk.to/EarlyInTheMornin | montreuxyears.lnk.to/BBKing
NEW ALBUM WITH GRAVE DIGGER IN JANUARY
German heavy metal veterans GRAVE DIGGER will release their new studio album, "Faces Of Pain", on January 15, 2027 via Reaper Entertainment.In January, GRAVE DIGGER will hit the road together with MOTORJESUS and WARWOLF for the "Legends Never Die Tour".
facebook.com/gravediggerofficial | facebook.com/ReaperEntertainment
METALLICA ANNOUNCES NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
METALLICA's "M72 World Tour" is making its way across North America with 12 shows in 2027, featuring their returning tour buddies LIMP BIZKIT and AVATAR. Tickets go on sale Friday, September 25. Fan Club Presales begin Monday, September 21.The tour will begin on May 8, 2027 at BC Place in Vancouver - hitting a dozen new cities for the first time on this run throughout the American southwest, midwest and beyond - and will conclude June 19, 2027 at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City.
metallica.lnk.to/M72WorldTour2027 | metallica.com
HANOI ROCKS TO RELEASE BOX SET IN NOVEMBER
Finnish glam legends HANOI ROCKS are going to release "The Complete Collection 1981-1984" on November 13 via BMG and Svart Records exclusively in the Nordic countries. This box set features the first 5 albums from the original lineup of the band, plus the bonus album "Motorvatin'!!!", loaded with rare BBC sessions, demos and previously unreleased tracks.
It will be available as a 6CD and 6LP, and comes with a 36-page photobook packed with rare and never-before-seen photos.
facebook.com/michaelmonroeofficial
"Ozzy & Black Sabbath: Back To The Beginning" CONCERT FILM TO RECEIVE WORLDWIDE CINEMA RELEASE IN OCTOBER
Trafalgar Releasing announced today (Sept. 16) the global cinematic release of "Ozzy & Black Sabbath: Back To The Beginning". The film captures the triumphant final live performance from Ozzy Osbourne and the original BLACK SABBATH lineup: Ozzy (vocals), Tony Iommi (guitar), Geezer Butler (bass) and Bill Ward (drums).The film will run as an event release beginning October 28 in cinemas worldwide. Tickets go on sale on Thursday September 24 at: backtothebeginning.com
DREGEN NO LONGER A MEMBER OF THE HELLACOPTERS
Due to a hand injury, Swedish guitarist Dregen has not been playing with The HELLACOPTERS for roughly 3 years. The band was hoping that he would fully recover and return, but unfortunately the damage to his fingers is permanent. He can still play some rythm guitar, but The HELLACOPTERS is too much.
LG Valeta, who has been filling in for Dregen, will continue to play with the band.
facebook.com/thehellacopters
DOMKRAFT PREMIERE NEW MUSIC VIDEO
Swedish heavy/psych rockers DOMKRAFT drop the music video for "Eclipse (Outlast The Night)" as the next advance track taken from their forthcoming fifth full-length, "Night Songs", set for release on November 20 via Magnetic Eye Records.youtu.be/xaY2elxM3eA?si=T4-LGwsDUcOApyYo | facebook.com/domkraftband
RAMMSTEIN ANNOUNCES NEW CONCERT FILM AND LIVE ALBUM
German industrial metal band RAMMSTEIN announce "Rammstein - Live in Mexico City", which was filmed over 3 sold-out nights at Mexico City's Foro Sol in front of nearly 200,000 fans.You can watch it in cinemas worldwide from November 4 for a limited time only. The live album and its special editions will be available from November 20. Pre-sales for both cinema tickets and album editions start on September 23.
For more information, visit: rammstein.com
TERROR SHARES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
Los Angeles hardcore icons TERROR recently released their 10th album, "Still Suffer". Today (Sept. 15), TERROR unveiled a music video for one of the album's standout tracks, "Erase You From My World".youtu.be/5TLgDb7-cyY?si=xExZpU2f_7vT2fW2
DEF LEPPARD RELEASE COVER OF THE BEATLES
British arena rockers DEF LEPPARD will release "Volume 4", the 4th of 6 volumes showcasing the band's complete recorded output, on November 13 via UMR. It features all studio recordings from 2015 to 2023. The collection also includes an extensive selection of rare tracks curated by DEF LEPPARD singer Joe Elliott, many of which appear on vinyl and CD for the first time. One of these tracks is a cover version of The BEATLES' "Revolution", which you can listen to now.youtu.be/tIFOVs8aeQM?si=YF4XEigBa0UhWO4B | defleppard.com
CRADLE OF FILTH FRONTMAN DANI FILTH TO RELEASE AUTOBIOGRAPHY
CRADLE OF FILTH frontman Dani Filth's autobiography, "The Filth: My Life In Devilry And Debauchery", will arrive in June 2027 via Little, Brown Book Group, a division of Hachette UK. The book was co-written by Joel McIver.
Pre-order: geni.us/thefilth
KISS ANNOUNCES 50th ANNIVERSARY SUPER-DELUXE EDITION OF "Rock And Roll Over"
KISS will release a super-deluxe edition of "Rock And Roll Over", the band's fifth studio album, on November 6.The album's 50th anniversary is celebrated with a comprehensive super deluxe edition box set showcasing a 4CD and Blu-ray Audio experience, including 130 total tracks with 100 tracks and mixes previously unreleased.
More info: shopkissonline.com/products/jhbvjfd....
NEW ALBUM WITH LAMBRINI GIRLS IN JANUARY
Brighton punk rock duo LAMBRINI GIRLS have announced that they will be releasing a new album, "No Refunds", and it will be out on January 15, 2027 via City Slang.The band has also released a video for their new song "Bang Bang Bang".
Along with the announcement, the band has also announced European tour dates for the spring. The tour begins on March 4 in Cambridge, England, and wraps up on June 1 in Antwerp, Belgium.
youtu.be/_JgO7EP9k7A?si=nYuU2Nd7diKYHGtk | facebook.com/LambriniGirlsband
DISFEAR DRUMMER MARCUS ANDERSSON IS DEAD
Swedish crust punk veterans DISFEAR have announced that their drummer, Marcus Andersson, has passed away.He fought hard but ultimately lost his 4-year battle with glioblastoma. Glioblastoma, previously known as glioblastoma multiforme (GBM), is the most aggressive and most common type of cancer that originates in the brain, and has a very poor prognosis for survival.
facebook.com/Disfear
CRYSTAL EYES RELEASE NEW VIDEO
Local (Borås, Sweden) heavy/power metal veterans CRYSTAL EYES have released the first video, "Metal Bound", from their upcoming album "Thunder God", which will arrive on October 30.
youtu.be/QF0s2vQzk-k?si=0kHnplOAM-gIUvt4 | facebook.com/crystaleyessweden
SEX PISTOLS FORCED TO CANCEL 2 SHOWS
Due to laryngitis and upon medical advice, SEX PISTOLS singer Frank Carter is unable to perform. This means that the shows in Nashville on September 15 and Kansas City on September 17 have been canceled.Laryngitis is the inflammation of the voice box (larynx) and vocal cords, causing a hoarse voice or temporary loss of voice.
facebook.com/cartercookjonesmatlock
TYGERS OF PAN TANG ANNOUNCES SHORT UK TOUR
NWOBHM legends TYGERS OF PAN TANG are going on a short 4-date UK tour in the end of January 2027.Their latest studio album, "Electrifyed", was released last Friday (Sept. 11).
facebook.com/tygersofpantangofficial
MILLENCOLIN GOING DOWN UNDER
Swedish skate punk veterans MILLENCOLIN are going to Australia for 2 shows in the beginning of December, where they will perform "Pennybridge Pioneers" in its entirety.
facebook.com/Millencolin
PRIMAL FEAR ANNOUNCES AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATES
German-based heavy metal veterans PRIMAL FEAR are going to Australia for 3 shows in May 2027. Pre-sale on Thursday, September 17. General tickets on sale from September 22.facebook.com/PrimalFearOfficial
NEVERMORE, METAL CHURCH, MASTERPLAN AND LYNCH MOB CONFIRMED FOR PROGPOWER USA
NEVERMORE, METAL CHURCH, MASTERPLAN, LYNCH MOB, ELUVEITIE and H.E.A.T are among the confirmed artists for next year's ProgPower USA festival, set to take place September 9-11, 2027 in Atlanta, Georgia.The official ticket on-sale date is October 17 through Ticketmaster.
More info: progpowerusa.com
CHEETAH CHROME IS DEAD
Cheetah Chrome (real name Eugene Richard O'Connor), guitarist and co-founder of American punk band DEAD BOYS, passed away on Sunday (Sept. 13). He was 71 years old. Cause of death has not been revelaed.facebook.com/groups/243550855755359/....
SEPULTURA DOWNGRADES VENUE FOR FINAL CONCERT
Live Nation Brasil has announced that SEPULTURA's final concert on November 7, 2026 in São Paulo, Brazil has been moved from the Mercado Livre Arena Pacaembu stadium, which has a capacity of around 26.000, to the Suhai Music Hall, which holds just over 9.000. Previously announced support acts KRISIUN, SACRED REICH and METAL ALLEGIANCE will still perform at the event.Tickets for the Mercado Livre Arena Pacaembu show will remain valid for the Suhai Music Hall concert. Those unable to attend the concert at its new location may request a refund.
instagram.com/p/DdB2v5euHVl
HANDSOME DICK MANITOBA TO PLAY IN CALIFORNIA
Handsome Dick Manitoba, former singer of proto-punk rockers The DICTATORS, is taking his solo band to California in early October. He will do 6 shows.I found the dates here: punknews.org/article/89081/handsome....
CANDLEMASS SINGER NOT ABLE TO PERFORM IN LONDON TONIGHT
CANDLEMASS vocalist Johan Längqvist will not be able to perform tonight's (Sept. 12) show in London."After returning home to Stockholm from a successful show in Belgium last weekend, he faced a medical emergency on thursday morning, and was rushed to the hospital. A comprehensive range of tests has been conducted, but at this time, doctors are still working to determine the cause of his illness, and require further testing, meaning he must remain in hospital care", says the band in a statement.
As the band don't want to cancel the show, they will have a special guest on vocals tonight.
facebook.com/candlemass
NEW SINGLE WITH HOSTILIA
Gothenburg thrashers HOSTILIA presents their new song and video "Escape From Hell". It's a song from their upcoming second full-length album, "The Curse Of Khamun", which will be released via Hammerheart Records on October 23.
youtu.be/ras1Wej6Wl4?si=MemLCRKKl-W64Pj7 | facebook.com/hostiliathrash | hammerheart.com
LIV SIN SHARE NEW VIDEO
Swedish metal band LiV SiN have released a lyric/visual video for the song "Above The Line".youtu.be/u7jPneT526I?si=Oyrf7ftUu897tUog | facebook.com/livsinofficial
MR. BIG COMPILATION TO DEBUT ON VINYL ETC.
Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026, MR. BIG's million-selling compilation album "Big, Bigger, Biggest! The Best Of Mr. Big", finally makes its long-awaited debut on vinyl, SACD and MQA-CD+CD set.This edition will be released worldwide on November 27, and are now available for pre-order at: evo88.com
ALICE COOPER AND CRISS ANGEL RELEASE NEW VIDEO
Iconic rocker Alice Cooper and legendary illusionist Criss Angel have just released an exclusive video clip from their recent "Welcome To Our Nightmare" shows - the first-ever visuals made available.
Cooper has also revealed that Nita Strauss (guitar) will be rejoining his band for the upcoming "Welcome To Our Nightmare" shows in Las Vegas with Criss on November 27-28 and December 4-5 at the Criss Angel Theatre at Planet Hollywood.
youtu.be/u47tWphRPj4?si=HKU8dL0JNSrz2ob7
DEF LEPPARD DOCUMENTARY COMING TO NORTH AMERICAN THEATERS IN EARLY 2027
Bleecker Street's event cinema division Crosswalk has acquired the North American rights to the first-ever authorized feature-length documentary on DEF LEPPARD, "Long Live Def Leppard", a complete and all-access account of the epic journey the band has taken from its humble beginnings in the U.K. to a global fandom that continues to today. The film is slated for an early 2027 release in theaters.defleppard.com
NEW ALBUM WITH SLAUGHTER AND THE DOGS
UK punk veterans SLAUGHTER AND THE DOGS have released a new album, "White Heat", and it's out via Cadiz Music.On this record, the lineup is Mick Rossi, Phil Rowland, and Howard Bates.
NEW SINGLE WITH PRINS SVART
Swedish-singing hard rockers PRINS SVART have released a new song, called "Vintervisa".
It also happens to be their singer's, Mats Levén (ex-CANDLEMASS, Yngwie Malmsteen, THERION, TREAT, FIREWIND etc etc), birthday today (Sept. 11).
share.amuse.io/track/prins-svart-vintervisa | facebook.com/prinssvartofficial
REMEDY RELEASES ACOUSTIC SONG AND ANNOUNCES EURO TOUR
Swedish melodic rockers REMEDY return with a brand-new acoustic version of "My Devil Within", released as the band prepare to take their music back on the road with the first run of dates of their "Messing Up Our Legacy Tour - Europe 2026/2027", which happens in December 2026 and January 2027.The dates mark only the first part of REMEDY's European touring plans for 2026/2027, with further shows to be announced.
ffm.to/remedy-my-devil-within-av | facebook.com/Remedymusicsweden
MYRATH COVERS STING
Tunisian/French progressive metal visionaries MYRATH unveil their bold new interpretation of Sting's timeless classic "Shape Of My Heart".The band will be on tour in Europe in September/October.
youtu.be/BxV1gIxjkAI?si=5XvWuju72CbvUmO0
SOME NEW SINGLES
Swedish punk rock veterans TROUBLEMAKERS deliver the title track, "En Runda Till", from their upcoming album, which will be released on September 25.
recordu.lnk.to/lzxqpQ | facebook.com/punkrockgbg
German heavy metal outfit BÖLLVERK unleashes the second single, "Life Keeps Moving", from their forthcoming album "Other Worlds", which will see the light of day on November 20 through Metalapolis Records.
youtu.be/5apv2exH3r0?si=0nQ2mdnngldlPMwY | boellverk.de | metalapolis.eu
German positive thrashers GODSLAVE release their new, self-titled, album today (Sept. 11) via Metalville, but also a lyric video for the album track "The Road Not Taken".
youtube.com/watch?v=HpXmTcxOcwo | godslave.de | metalville-shop.com
Swedish melodic metal band ELEINE release the new single, "Liars Linger". It's taken from their fifth album, "The Water Taste Of Blood", which will be released on December 4 through their own label Algoth Records.
youtu.be/WkmUZvlTurA?si=51WfPF2NITSGn9dm | facebook.com/eleineofficial
THE UNDERTONES AND THE HARD-ONS CONFIRMED FOR REBELLION
The UNDERTONES, The HARD-ONS (with Jerry A) and The MEFFS are among the latest confirmed acts for the punk festival Rebellion, which happens at Winter Gardens in Blackpool, England on August 5-8, 2027.rebellionfestivals.com
NEW ALBUM WITH FIREWIND IN FEBRUARY
Greek power metal band FIREWIND will release its new studio album, "Gods, Myths & Titans", on February 19, 2027 via BLKIIBLK.To mark the announcement, FIREWIND unleashes the first single, "The Legend Of Achilles", available now along with a lyric video.
youtu.be/5-sCvUcRnps?si=iYWXLvNflxRBe9Mh
BRUCE DICKINSON ANNOUNCES NEWLY REMIXED VERSION OF "Accident Of Birth"
In 1997, IRON MAIDEN singer Bruce Dickinson released his 4th solo album, "Accident Of Birth". Co-produced by Los Angeles musician Roy "Z" Ramirez and featuring Adrian Smith on guitar - while both he and Bruce were on hiatus from IRON MAIDEN - the album has long been admired as one of Bruce's most essential releases.The album has now been fully remixed by Grammy Award-winning producer Brendan Duffey (who worked on Bruce's most recent solo album "The Mandrake Project") in both Stereo and Dolby Atmos enhancing the epic scope and range of the songs.
The new version of "Accident Of Birth" will be released in the U.K. by BMG in conjunction with National Album Day UK on October 17 and the rest of the world on October 23. It comes in both a tri-panel digisleeve CD version and as a double splatter color vinyl in gatefold sleeve.
A newly remixed version of "Omega" can be streamed now, and a new solo album is tentatively due in early 2027 via BMG.
youtu.be/hgARw7OQUUg?si=A9Ly5alfH4Jr-5hq
MÖTLEY CRÜE CELEBRATES 45 YEARS OF "Too Fast For Love"
45 years ago, the 4 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 (Sept. 10), MÖTLEY CRÜE announced a special 45th-anniversary limited edition box set of its legendary debut album, "Too Fast For Love", due out on October 30 via BMG.The album was originally independently released in November 1981 in a pressing of just 900 LPs on the band's own Leathür Records imprint. The album quickly became a sought-after underground release and Elektra Records signed the band less than 6 months later.
The centerpiece of the 45th anniversary celebration is a limited edition deluxe box set that includes the 1981 Leathür Records version (which sells for thousands of dollars when one becomes available), the 1982 Elektra Records version, live recordings from the legendary Perkins Palace shows in 1982 (previewing tracks from 1983's epic "Shout At The Devil"), never-before-released 5-track 1LP featuring demos from the band's first-ever studio sessions from March 1981, replica demo cassette, replica 7" single, 100-page hardcover photo book, replica poster and more.
You can now listen to the previously unreleased demo track "Nobody Knows What It's Like To Be Lonely", recorded in March 1981.
youtu.be/hcHiozfNGdM?si=tq1hQ5Rjn9cZR_9G | youtu.be/_Hx1OlBgAK8?si=yd5TyheUXvrsBroe | crue.lnk.to/TooFastForLove45 | motley.com
AC/DC CONECERT IN TORONTO CANCELED AFTER STORM DAMAGE
AC/DC's September 16 concert at Rogers Stadium in Toronto, Ontario, Canada has been canceled due to "severe damage" done to the venue by a storm a week ago.Live Nation scrapped the show after a "thorough assessment" of the damage suffered by at Rogers Stadium during last week's massive rain and hail storm.
instagram.com/p/DdFT7gPGyMG/.... | acdc.com
NEW SINGLE WITH THE GREEN GOBLINS
Swizz Celtic punk rockers The GREEN GOBLINS release "Turn It Around", the next lead single from their self-titled debut album, out on October 2 via Metalville Records.youtube.com/watch?v=C_mjipu_7Gg | thegreengoblins.ch | metalville-shop.com
NEW SINGLE WITH SLIPKNOT
SLIPKNOT have released a new single, "Arsenal".youtu.be/s1s2E6hXU_M?si=a_s__4Ao0tYl5SzV | slipknot1.com
L7 ANNOUNCES RETURN OF BASSIST JANIS TANAKA
L7 has announced the return of bassist Janis Tanaka to the group's ranks following the recent passing of Jennifer Finch.The all-female grunge band which rose to prominence in the 1990s will hit the road one final time next month as past of "The Last Hurrah Tour 2026". The trek will kick off in San Diego, California on October 6 and conclude on November 14 in Los Angeles, California.
Janis was previously the band's bass player from 1999-2001.
facebook.com/L7theband
PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED VAN HALEN DEMO TO BE INCLUDED WITH ALEX VAN HALEN's LIMITED-EDITION BOOK
Genesis Publications has revealed that the exclusive 7" vinyl record accompanying Alex Van Halen's official signed limited-edition book "Van Halen" will feature "Glitter", a previously unreleased demo recorded in 1974. Created exclusively for the "Van Halen" signed limited edition, the 7" picture disc features artwork based on the band's iconic "1984" tour design.Featuring Alex Van Halen and Eddie Van Halen alongside David Lee Roth and original bassist Mark Stone, "Glitter" captures VAN HALEN at the very beginning of their story. Released here for the first time, it will mark the earliest VAN HALEN recording ever to be officially made available. The record will also feature a specially selected spoken-word recording from Alex Van Halen, drawn from the extensive new interviews conducted with Genesis for the book.
vanhalenanthology.com
PANTERA ANNOUNCES 2-DAY FESTIVAL WITH DOWN, BLACK LABEL SOCIETY AND CORROSION OF CONFORMITY
PANTERA have announced that a special 2-day festival, "The Great Nola Trendkill", will take place at Lakefront Arena in New Orleans, Louisiana on November 20- 21, featuring a landmark performance by PANTERA, marking their first show in New Orleans in 30 years, as well a nod to the 30th anniversary of PANTERA's "The Great Southern Trendkill" full-length, originally released in 1996.The weekend will also serve as DOWN's official "Volume V" record release show and feature additional performances by BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, CORROSION OF CONFORMITY, POWER TRIP, CROWBAR, EYEHATEGOD, RÄDE, HERAKLEION and PIG DESTROYER.
Artist presale begins today, Tuesday, September 8. Live Nation, Ticketmaster and local presales begin on Wednesday, September 9. General on sale date is Friday, September 11.
pantera.com | down-nola.com
MOTÖRHEAD AT THE PUNK ROCK MUSEUM
A new exhibition dedicated to MOTÖRHEAD and Lemmy will open on Friday, October 2 at The Punk Rock Museum in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.A.
The exhibition will feature personal items from Lemmy's collection, including photographs and handwritten lyrics. One of the most unique parts of the exhibition will be the opportunity for museum guests to play Lemmy's bass through the actual stack he used.
MOTÖRHEAD albums will be available at Vinyl Threat, the museum's record store, and exclusive MOTÖRHEAD merchandise will be available in the museum's gift shop.
To celebrate the opening, Three Star Punk Bar will host a special evening with Brian Slagel of Metal Blade Records DJing.
thepunkrockmuseum.com | imotorhead.com/featured/motorhead-ex
NEW SINGLE WITH HAVOK
Colorado thrashers HAVOK has shared the new single "The Ultimate Weapon", alongside an official video.This month, HAVOK will embark on a tour across Europe, with BLOOD RED THRONE, XONOR and ERADIKATED. The band has also announced a massive North American headline tour for fall 2026, joined by HELLRIPPER, SLACKJAW and XOTH. The 26-date North American run kicks off October 21 at Metro Music Hall in Salt Lake City, Utah, before tearing across the United States and concluding with a hometown show at Denver's Gothic Theatre on November 20.
youtu.be/nhGtV0Izpic?si=9u1B0Y6320dYca-y
AT THE GATES LAUNCHES FULL-ALBUM ANIMATED MOVIE
Swedish melodic death metal pioneers AT THE GATES released their latest studio album, "The Ghost Of A Future Dead", worldwide this past April via Century Media Records and the album marked a special tribute to frontman Tomas Lindberg, who tragically passed away in September 2025.
As part of the release campaign for "The Ghost Of A Future Dead", longtime AT THE GATES collaborator Costin Chioreanu (Twilight 13 Media) prepared a massive conceptual visual storyline which enhances the entire album's music and lyrics. Having previously already released the animated paintings in videos for the songs "The Dissonant Void" and "In Dark Distortion", the rest of the videos for the other album songs as well as the "full album video" can now be experienced.
In other news, the music of AT THE GATES will soon be honored by the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra in a special event dubbed "The Gothenburg Sound", where several of the band's iconic songs will be interpreted in symphonic form alongside other material by their peers IN FLAMES and DARK TRANQUILLITY. These special concerts will take place at the Gothenburg Concert Hall on December 3, 4 and 5.
youtu.be/azKYudFTfaI?si=Wp9ZJ3y_8lBwaj9_
THE HEADLINES ANNOUNCES GERMAN TOUR
Southern Swedish punk rockers The HEADLINES are going on a tour early next year, which will begin on February 10 in their hometown Malmö. After that most of the tour dates will be in Germany, except for 2 which will be in Switzerland and Austria.More details: theheadlinesband.com
AVALANCHE WORKING ON SECOND ALBUM
Australian hard rock n roll band AVALANCHE have entered the studio to record their second album.facebook.com/avalanchebandrock
NEW SINGLE WITH WOLFBRIGADE
Swedish crust punks WOLFBRIGADE are still alive, and a new single, "Cold War Bootlicker", is out now. It's the first taste of a new album, "Howl From Underground", which will be released through Metal Blade Records on October 9.facebook.com/lycanthropunks | metalblade.com
DARK FUNERAL ARE READY FOR THE STUDIO
Lord Ahriman and Heljarmadr of Swedish black metallers DARK FUNERAL have officially completed the songwriting for the long-awaited 8th studio album. As soon as they have completed the tour in October with DIMMU BORGIR and BEHEMOTH, the band will head straight into Fascination Street Studios to record the album.The new live album, "A Beast To Praise", is out now worldwide via Century Media Records.
darkfuneral.se
ONSLAUGHT ADDS MORE EURO DATES
British thrash veterans ONSLAUGHT have added some new tour dates in UK, Bulgaria and Greece.facebook.com/onslaughtuk
NEW ALBUM WITH MACERATION IN NOVEMBER
Danish death metallers MACERATION will release their 4th full-length album, "Mercy To The Miserable", on November 20 via Emanzipation Productions.The title track is now available on digital platforms.
facebook.com/maceration | emanzipation.dk
JACK WHITE GOES TO AFRICA
Jack White (ex-The WHITE STRIPES) will perform in Africa for the first time ever this December. He will do 3 shows.More details: jackwhiteiii.com
STRYPER RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
The official lyric video for "Here In Your Heart", a brand new song from Christian hard rock/heavy metal pioneers STRYPER, is out now. The track is taken from the band's 18th studio album, "Throne Of Thorns", which will arrive on September 25 via Frontiers Music Srl.youtu.be/bDWdDeF3yzU?si=3oLcgW9p1nnGatdW
RAMONES RE-RELEASE MONO REMIX OF FIRST LP
The original mix of RAMONES' first album was divisive as it made the choice of separating the bass and guitar into separate channels. In 2016, the album was remixed into a mono release, that was handled by original album producer Craig Leon. That version is being re-released as part of the Rocktober vinyl reissue series, and it's out on October 23.GRAVEYARD ANNOUNCES EURO TOUR WITH BLUES PILLS AND SPIDERS
Swedish rockers GRAVEYARD are going on a European tour with BLUES PILLS and SPIDERS. Part 1 is a few dates in Sweden and Finland between November 27 and December 5 without SPIDERS. Then the tour continues across Europe in March 2027 with SPIDERS as special guests.
Artist pre-sale begins on Tuesday, September 8. General on-sale Wednesday, September 9.
SPIDERS will deliver a new album on September 25, and GRAVEYARD on October 9.
More details: facebook.com/graveyardofficial | facebook.com/wearespiders | facebook.com/BluesPills
NEW EP WITH PIGMAN NEXT WEEK
Swedish punk rockers PIGMAN will return with a new digital EP, titled "Sounds Like Shit", on Friday, September 11.facebook.com/pigmangbg
NEW ALBUM WITH PANZERCROW LATER THIS MONTH
Finnish horror punks PANZERCROW will release a new album, "Shadows Of Darkness", on September 22.ARTILLERY CANCEL NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
Danish thrash veterans ARTILLERY have been forced to cancel their USA/Canada tour, as they didn't get their visas in time for the tour.They will try to book a new tour in 2027 instead.
facebook.com/ARTILLERY.DK
KISS HAS RECORDED A NEW SONG
In a new interview with Guitar World magazine, KISS guitarist Tommy Thayer confirmed that new music from the legendary rock band is in the works."We did record a great new song that Paul [Stanley, KISS guitarist/vocalist] wrote", Tommy said. "That's probably about as much as I can tell you right now".
guitarworld.com/artists/guitarists/kiss-new....
CRASHDÏET RETURN TO SOUTH AMERICA
Swedish sleaze rockers CRASHDÏET will return to South America for the first time in 13 years. This will happen in late January, and they will play just 3 shows in Argentina and Brazil.crashdiet.org
NEW ALBUM WITH NervoChaos IN NOVEMBER
Brazilian death metal veterans NervoChaos is set to release their 14th album, "Chaosmongers", via Black Lion Records on November 13 on CD and vinyl as well as digitally, while Tumba Records licenses the CD and vinyl editions for Brazil.The first single, "Embrace Chaos", offers a glimpse into the album's central concept and is now available on all major streaming platforms.
lnkfi.re/nervochaos-embrace_chaos | music.blacklion.nu/chaosmongers | nervochaos.net | blacklion.nu
NEW SINGLE WITH THE BABOON SHOW
Swedish punk rockers The BABOON SHOW have released a new single, "Red".
found.ee/PBsp61 | thebaboonshow.com
ANOTHER SINGLE WITH HAERDSMAELTA
Swedish doomsday hard rockers (or whatever you should call it) HAERDSMAELTA have delivered another single, "The Kids Are Alt-Right". It's described as "an irresistibly danceable punk blast".youtu.be/l5TQ9jPaXDk?si=HK6mJBVO-TxR6VTo | facebook.com/groundzerooneeight
GOTTHARD GOING TO JAPAN
Hard rockers GOTTHARD will do 2 dates in Japan in March 2027:March 13 - Daikanyama UNIT, Tokyo
March 14 - Harbor Studio, Kobe
Tickets go on sale September 19 at: evp.jp
facebook.com/Gotthard
NEW SINGLE WITH BLUE MEDUSA
Alissa White-Gluz's (ex-ARCH ENEMY) BLUE MEDUSA unveil the new single "Crocodile".Later today (Sept. 4), Alissa will host the Corrupted Blood Club Show in Berlin, which will be streamed on the Corrupted Blood Twitch Channel. Initiated by German influencer HandOfBlood the event will pair a unique concert and Twitch experience with internationally known Secret Headliners and rising young acts from the label.
youtu.be/8DVwEt00MEY?si=L69fQf_LJp1SXhZI | twitch.tv/corruptedbloodlive | linktr.ee/bluemedusamusic
FOREIGNER ANNOUNCES ACOUSTIC SHOWS IN EUROPE
FOREIGNER has announced "Foreigner Unplugged", a 4-show European tour that will bring the band's catalog of Top 10 songs to audiences in a rare, stripped-down acoustic setting.The FOREIGNER fan pre-sale begins Monday, September 7. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Wednesday, September 9.
The short tour begin April 12 at Dublin's 3Olympia Theatre, followed by the London Palladium on April 14, Paris' L'Olympia on April 16 and Vienna's Globe Theatre on April 18.
facebook.com/Foreigner....
IRON MAIDEN ANNOUNCES 2 SPECIAL ANNIVERSARY RELEASES
40 years since the release of IRON MAIDEN's multi-million-selling 6th album "Somewhere In Time", the appreciation and acclaim for its groundbreaking songs and production continues to grow. To celebrate its 40th anniversary, "Somewhere In Time" will be reissued on limited edition Oxblood color vinyl, featuring the 2015 audio remastering. There will be a special Amazon variant that comes with an exclusive full sleeve poster. More details and to pre-order: ironmaiden.lnk.to/SIT40In further celebrations that tie in to IRON MAIDEN's 50th anniversary since the band's formation, and reflecting the songs they has been performing on its 2-year "Run For Your Lives" tour, a brand new vinyl box-set of their first 9 studio albums will be released in December. Titled "50th Anniversary Studio Album Collection, Part One: 1980 - 1992", it comes in a fully designed artwork box, with an anniversary poster and will be available to order exclusively through Amazon (ex-USA). Pre-order: amazon.com/dp/B0HHL82L2S
NEW SINGLES WITH KICKHUNTER AND SERGEANT STEEL
Hamburg-based hard rockers KICKHUNTER release the new single "Don't Stop My Rhythm".And Austrian hard rockers SERGEANT STEEL presents the second single, "Wireless", taken from their upcoming album "Golden Absolution".
Both are released through Metalapolis Records, and are available now on all major digital streaming platforms.
youtu.be/4qbnOX7f8vc?si=hkB85YWlmJkmPx9I | youtu.be/zJhTwaLeQCY?si=qdDcCtHRxWEhVins
facebook.com/kickhuntermusic | sergeant-steel.com | metalapolis.eu
NEW SINGLE WITH ARKADO
Swedish melodic hard rock group ARKADO release their new single "Forever Younghearts" via Pride & Joy Music. The track is the third single from the band's upcoming album, "III", out on November 13.youtu.be/I0qmwaSJ6dg | facebook.com/Arkadoofficial | prideandjoy.de
NEW VIDEO WITH METALITE
Swedish modern melodic metallers METALITE have unleashed a visualizer video for their brand-new single "The Metal Elite", another taste of their highly anticipated studio album "Discovery", set for release on September 25 via PERCEPTION.metalite.rpm.link/elitePR | metalite.rpm.link/discoveryPR | metalite.se | perception.music
TONY IOMMI RELEASE LIMITED EDITION 7" VINYL SINGLE
On July 29, founding member of BLACK SABBATH, Tony Iommi announced his brand-new studio album, "From The Dark", and premiered the first single from it, "World Alone".The limited edition 7" single edition of "World Alone" is out today (Sept. 4) and has an exclusive instrumental version on the B-side and is packaged in a deluxe, foiled sleeve.
tonyiommi.lnk.to/worldalonePR | iommi.com
AVULSED UNLEASH THE LAST SINGLE FROM UPCOMING ALBUM
In the 11th and final piece of Spanish death metallers AVULSED's covers journey to the new album, "Nordic Embryogenesis", they resurrects Finnish death metallers ABHORRENCE's "Pestilential Mists".The album will be released through Xtreem Music on Wednesday, September 9.
youtu.be/mmgZM6LPL8s | facebook.com/avulsed91 | xtreemmusic.com
NEW SINGLE WITH SORCERY
Swedish death metal veterans SORCERY deliver "Terminate", the second single from their fifth album, "The Immaculate Sin", which will be released on October 1 via Xtreem Music.youtu.be/-54-SOI3eU4 | facebook.com/sorcerydeathmetal | xtreemmusic.com
NEW SONG WITH CLOVEN HOOF
Heavy metal veterans CLOVEN HOOF present another song, "Conquistador", from their upcoming new album, "Never A Prophet In Your Own Land", set for release on September 25 via High Roller Records.youtu.be/_QxHi-BDz4g
GHOST HIGHWAY AND CHAPUTA! TO RELEASE HALLOWEEN COMPILATION
The CHUCK NORRIS EXPERIMENT
Ghost Highway and Chaputa! Records will release a creepy Halloween compilation, called "The Haunted Jukebox", on October 16. It will be a wild mix of garage rock, punk, surf rock and action rock with bands like The BOATSMEN, The CHUCK NORRIS EXPERIMENT, Jake Starr & The DELICIOUS FULLNESS, The MAHARAJAS, MÄRVEL, The RIPTIDE RATS, SATOR, SCUMBAG MILLIONAIRE, UPPLOPPET etc.
ghosthighwayshop.com | chaputa.com
NEW SINGLE WITH STRÖM
Swedish-singing hard rockers STRÖM have released a new single, "Det Säger Boom", from their upcoming third album, "Mer Ström Åt Folket", which will be released on October 2 via Black Lodge Records.youtu.be/AeA1ueitJ6g?si=T4XI2tFgg-qRqsqp | facebook.com/TidenSjunger | orcd.co/blod193pre
ANVIL RECORDING NEW MATERIAL
Canadian heavy metal legends ANVIL are in the studio to record a new album.
facebook.com/anvilmetal
CARCASS FORCED TO POSTPONE AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND TOUR DUE TO FAMILY SITUATION
British extreme metal veterans CARCASS have been forced to postpone their Australian tour with BRUJERIA due to a "family situation" affecting their drummer Dan Wilding.The tour have been rescheduled, and will now happen in September 2027 instead.
More details: facebook.com/OfficialCarcass....
SCORPIONS POSTPONE LAS VEGAS RESIDENCY
SCORPIONS have postponed their 2026 residency at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.Live Nation announced the postponement in a social media post on Wednesday (September 2), citing "unforeseen circumstances" as the reason for moving the shows to September 2027.
The rescheduled dates for SCORPIONS' 2027 residency are September 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, and 25.
They are also currently planning a number of European shows for 2027.
instagram.com/p/DczurOXtn_9/....
ALCATRAZZ RELEASE NEW VIDEO
American hard rock veterans ALCATRAZZ have released a video for the song "Stand And Wait Your Turn", from their latest album, "Prior Convictions" (out now).youtu.be/gbmn-7zdcmo?si=sfzRNbvnBCKXCU5X | smarturl.it/PriorConvictions | alcatrazzofficial.com
SAXON RELEASES TITLE TRACK OF NEW ALBUM
SAXON unleash "Gods Of Thunder", the title track from their upcoming 25th studio album. The album will be released on January 22, 2027.
youtu.be/Asxj77ZerRg | lnk.to/SaxonGodsofThunder | facebook.com/SaxonOfficial
NEW LIVE ALBUM WITH THE DOORS IN OCTOBER
The DOORS will release a new live album, "Unbound And Dangerous", on October 23.This 16-track live album features newly remixed concert recordings from NYC, Philly, Pittsburgh, Detroit, and Hollywood, with the majority recorded in 1970. "Soul Kitchen" is the lone exception, coming from the second show on July 21, 1969, at the Aquarius Theatre in Hollywood.
found.ee/UnboundAndDangerous
VAN HALEN's FINAL STUDIO ALBUM BACK IN PRINT NEXT MONTH
VAN HALEN's final studio album, "A Different Kind Of Truth" (released in 2012), will be back in print on October 23 from Rhino on CD and as a 2LP set pressed on 180-gram vinyl in a double gatefold package. A limited crystal-clear vinyl version will be available exclusively at participating indie retail stores and from rhino.com.facebook.com/VanHalen
NEW SINGLE WITH KAI HANSEN
With "Wait And See", Kai Hansen (HELLOWEEN, GAMMA RAY) releases the third single from his upcoming solo album "Born With A Hammer".youtu.be/_iSGF_tStB4?si=TR6295seSlFqsI_Q
PRETTY MAIDS WORKING ON NEW MATERIAL
Danish hard rock veterans PRETTY MAIDS are officially working on a brand-new studio album, set for release in 2027 via Frontiers Music Srl.facebook.com/prettymaids | facebook.com/frontiersmusicsrl
NEW SINGLE WITH EUROPE
Swedish hard rock veterans EUROPE have released the new single "Scandinavian Eyes", the third track unveiled from their highly anticipated studio album, "Come This Madness", due on September 25 via Silver Lining Music.youtu.be/9ap4QXClL3A?si=bbKkkE74rh2vHCy2
FAKE NAMES ARE BACK
American/Swedish punk rock supergroup FAKE NAMES - with Brian Baker of MINOR THREAT and BAD RELIGION, Dennis Lyxzén of REFUSED, Michael Hampton of FAITH and S.O.A., Johnny Temple of GIRLS AGAINST BOYS, and Mario Rubalcaba of OFF! and EARTHLESS - will return with their third album, "Punk Ruins", on October 23 via Epitaph Records. The first single, "Until It's Normal", is out now.youtu.be/Er2vZuimjzI?si=ihTC223jzzPrC_L0
NEW SONG WITH HATEBREED
American hardcore/metal band HATEBREED have released a new song, "Fatal Paradox", taken from the album of the same name, that's out November 6.(No link found)
OVERKILL AND REPULSION CONFIRMED FOR MARYLAND DEATHFEST
OVERKILL, REPULSION, LEFT TO DIE, MORTEM, PIG'S BLOOD and BLOOD STAR are some of the latest acts that's been confirmed for next year's Maryland Deathfest.The festival happens in Baltimore, USA on May 27-30, 2027.
deathfests.com
BLACK FLAG ANNOUNCES REPLACEMENT VOCALIST FOR UPCOMING U.S. TOUR
American hardcore/punk legends BLACK FLAG will hit the road this week with a change at the microphone. The band has announced that vocalist Max Zanelli will be unable to perform on their upcoming U.S. tour due to an issue with her work visa. According to a statement from the band, Zanelli is currently working to resolve the situation but will not be able to sing on the tour, which kicks off September 3 at Belly Up in Aspen, Colorado.Stepping in on vocals will be London Downey, who will join BLACK FLAG for the entire run.
The tour will span nearly 2 months and more than 40 dates across the U.S.
facebook.com/BlackFlagBand
SEX PISTOLS FEATURING FRANK CARTER ADDS MORE UK DATES
SEX PISTOLS featuring Frank Carter have added some more dates to their UK tour in December.facebook.com/cartercookjonesmatlock
AUGUST 2026
FOGHAT SHARES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
As announced a while ago, FOGHAT is bringing their live show from the stage to speakers with their new live release, "Live & Loud Across The U.S.A.", which is due out October 30 on the band's label Foghat Records, distributed by Select-O-Hits (part of the Sun Records family). The official music video for the first single, "My Babe", was released today (Aug. 31).youtu.be/iZIEEzLYhk0?si=SRpLIrWoXBjL3TUQ | foghat.com
RUSH ADDS 4 NEW U.S. DATES
RUSH have announced 4 new arena shows on their celebrated 2026 headline tour, "Fifty Something". The band will perform at Houston's Toyota Center on October 1, St Louis's Enterprise Center on October 21, Cincinnati's Heritage Bank Center on October 23 and Pittsburgh's PPG Paints Arena on November 15.rush.com
ROSE TATTOO FRONTMAN ANGRY ANDERSON SUFFERED CARDIAC ARREST DURING EURO TOUR
Gary "Angry" Anderson, the iconic frontman of Australian hard rock legends ROSE TATTOO, was hospitalized after suffering a cardiac arrest.The update on Anderson's medical condition comes 3 weeks after it was announced that all remaining shows of ROSE TATTOO's summer 2026 European tour were being canceled due to a "medical issue" affecting the 79-year-old singer. He is currently in hospital receiving treatment and the care he needs.
THE EXPLOITED ANNOUNCES UK TOUR
Scottish punk legends The EXPLOITED are going to do some UK tour dates in October. They will also do a UK show in December.Dates: facebook.com/TheExploitedOfficialFanPage
OLGA OF TOY DOLLS JOINS MIMIKRY ON A SONG
TOY DOLLS frontman Olga will join Swedish melodic punk rockers MIMIKRY on a new song, called "Rock N Roll Swindle", which will be released as a digital single next Friday, September 4.
The song is taken from an upcoming MIMIKRY album featuring guest artists.
found.ee/GUZWtQ | facebook.com/mimikrysverige
GREAT WHITE GUITARIST MARK KENDALL TO RELEASE HIS MEMOIRS NEXT YEAR
Mark Kendall, founding member and lead guitarist of the multi-platinum and Grammy-nominated rock band GREAT WHITE, has announced that he has signed a book deal with Diversion Books for his forthcoming memoir, "Soul Of A Man: My Life In Great White, From The Stage And Beyond", with publication scheduled for fall 2027.Publication details and a release date will be announced by Diversion Books at a later date..
THE LINDA LINDAS RELEASE NEW VIDEO
Young American pop punks The LINDA LINDAS have released a new music video for the song "Everybody Told Me", which is off the new album, "Gotta Get Out", that's out now via Reprise/Warner.youtu.be/nhYjzFr_dDE?si=wbcjAWSn52grq0UJ
EVEN MORE NEW SINGLES
Swedish industrial metal force PAIN returns with the explosive new single "I Don't Give A Fukk".pain.rpm.link/idontgivePR | painworldwide.com
Swedish rock band ÅSKVÄDER also deliver a new single, "Aim High". It's the third single from their forthcoming album, "Wax", due October 2 via Icons Creating Evil Art.
found.ee/aim-high | facebook.com/askvaderband | icea.se
DISCHARGE, GBH AND SUBHUMANS ANNOUNCES UK DATES
DISCHARGE, GBH, SUBHUMANS and THIS MUCH REMAINS will team up for the "The Sound Of The Apocalypse! 2" mini-tour in the UK in January 2027.
facebook.com/Dischargeofficial | facebook.com/GBH.official | facebook.com/officialsubhumans
NIGHTRAGE CELEBRATE 25 WITH SPECIAL COLLECTION
Greek melodic death metallers NIGHTRAGE will celebrate their 25th anniversary by releasing a limited edition vinyl. This special release will feature only 300 signed and numbered copies, complete with stunning photos. It will include 1 track from each of their albums, plus 2 bonus songs previously released only in Japan.The album will be released at the end of September.
facebook.com/nightrageofficial
MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP ANNOUNCES NEW TOUR DATES
MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP have announced European tour dates for 2027.tix.to/MSG | facebook.com/MichaelSchenkerRocks
MORE NEW SINGLES
London power pop act The SPEEDWAYS have released a new single, "All Bets Are Off". A new 7" single will be released next month.facebook.com/JustAnotherRegularSummer
NWOBHM veterans TYGERS OF PAN TANG deliver the new single "Rise Up!", from the new album "Electrifyed", which will be released on September 11 via Mighty Music.
tygr.bfan.link/riseup | facebook.com/tygersofpantangofficial | facebook.com/mightymusic666
Marilyn Manson has released an expanded edition of his new album, "One Assassination Under God - Chapter 2", available digitally now worldwide via Nuclear Blast Records. The newly expanded release adds the previously unreleased song "You Can't Die Young" to the album's original 9 tracks, which is available now as a single.
youtu.be/M3w4vgQJZKY?si=bKAolH6WxdmfVp48
MOLLY HATCHET TO RELEASE FIRST NEW ALBUM IN 16 YEARS
Southern rock legends MOLLY HATCHET will release its first studio album in 16 years, "Lost Horizon", on November 27 through Steamhammer.All 12 tracks were recorded at London's legendary Abbey Road Studios, and the first single, "Dixie Highway", is out now.
youtu.be/mkORlorMr2Y?si=WCHsq18hcFJmE0W9
NEW ALBUM WITH PRIMAL FEAR NEXT YEAR
Heavy metal veterans PRIMAL FEAR will release a new album, "Shadowriders", on April 23, 2027. The first single, "Vengeance Now", will be released before Christmas.facebook.com/PrimalFearOfficial
TERVEET KÄDET ANNOUNCES MINI-TOUR
Finnish hardcore/punk veterans TERVEET KÄDET will do some tour dates in Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia and Hungary in late October/early November.facebook.com/Lapinhelvettiofficial
BILLY IDOL DOCUMENTARY TO BE RELEASED ON DVD AND BLU-RAY IN NOVEMBER
The documentary "Billy Idol Should Be Dead" is coming out on DVD and Blu-ray on November 3.billyidolstore.com
FRIDAY NIGHT AND LOTS OF NEW SINGLES
These are just a few of them all..German metal punks RUYNOR presents the third single, "Into The Mosh", from their upcoming album, "Metal To The Punk", which will see the light of day on September 25 via Metalapolis Records.
ruynor.spread.link/metaltothepunk | facebook.com/RUYNOR | metalapolis.eu
German heavy metal band DEFENDER returns with the second single, "Don't Play With Evil", taken from their second album, "Titans Of Fire", which will arrive on November 6 through Metalapolis Records.
defender.spread.link/titans-of-fire | defender-metal.de | metalapolis.eu
Swedish heavy metal band LION'S SHARE are celebrating today's (Aug. 28) re-release of their classic album "Dark Hours" (Metalville) with a new lyric video for "Phantom Rider".
youtube.com/watch?v=OTWkLNUulXA | lionsshare.org | metalville-shop.com
German thrash metallers GODSLAVE present the new single "Repaid In Kind", a song taken from the self titled new studio album, that will be released on September 11 via Metalville.
youtube.com/watch?v=GO1qa6T0E6I | godslave.de | metalville-shop.com
..and Spanish death metal veterans AVULSED deliver the 10th cover from their upcoming album. This time they resurrects "Heavenly Grace", taken from Norwegian band AMPUTATION's second demo from 1990.
The last piece will be released next Friday (Sept. 4), and then the album, titled "Nordic Embryogenesis", will be released on September 9 through Xtreem Music.
youtu.be/BQpBDqUW6Ig | facebook.com/avulsed1991 | xtreemmusic.com
TRIBUTE ALBUM TO DEEP PURPLE
Hot on the heels of Cleopatra Records' much-applauded tribute to Ritchie Blackmore's "other" band, "Ride The Rainbow", November 13 will see the release of "Purple Storm - A Tribute To Deep Purple" - and once again, the stars of hard rock, metal and more pour out to bring their own unique twist too some of the most beloved anthems in the hard rock pantheon.One cut from this hard-hitting album has already slipped out, in the form of the mighty ANGEL's take on "Woman From Tokyo", a super-limited edition 12" single released, and immediately sold out, earlier this summer.
Now comes "Smoke On The Water", a dynamite recasting of what is sometimes described as the ultimate metal riff, with vocals by former RAINBOW frontman Graham Bonnet, alongside LYNCH MOB guitarist George Lynch, DREAM THEATER/Yngwie Malmsteen keyboard player Derek Sherinian, BLUE ÖYSTER CULT bassist Joe Bouchard, and BLACK SABBATH/DERRINGER drummer Vinny Appice.
orcd.co/smokeonthewater | cleorecs.com | orcd.co/purplestorm
HATEBREED SHARES TITLE TRACK OF NEW ALBUM
Connecticut hardcore/metal veterans HATEBREED will release their new studio album, "Fatal Paradox", on November 6 via BLKIIBLK. The official visualizer for the LP's title track can be seen now.youtu.be/sCuXCCi4OCM?si=DjXvY_DuGf5UfEQV
NEW SINGLE WITH AMON AMARTH
Swedish death metal Vikings AMON AMARTH's new single, "Eight Legs Of Thunder", is out now. It's another taste of the upcoming album "The Allfather Awakens", which drops on October 2.
lnk.to/EightLegsOfThunder | amonamarth.com
NEW SINGLE WITH IRON SAVIOR
German power metal band IRON SAVIOR share their new single and official video, "The Creature's Tale", the second taste of the upcoming album "Deathbringer", out on November 13 via Frontiers Music Srl.youtu.be/m7K8yHxLHho?si=RGlVe9W9tfaMoBhd | ffm.bio/ironsavior-deathbringer | facebook.com/ironsavior1996 | facebook.com/frontiersmusicsrl
NEW SINGLE WITH FLOTSAM AND JETSAM
American thrash legends FLOTSAM AND JETSAM deliver the third single, "The Edge Of Nowhere", from their upcoming album "Rats In The Temple", out via Napalm Records on Friday, August 28.youtu.be/76uJFzdV0SQ | lnk.to/FlotsamAndJetsam-RatsintheTemple | facebook.com/flotsamandjetsam.official | facebook.com/napalmrecords
DEE SNIDER BREAKS SHOULDER WHILE PLAYING BASKETBALL
Legendary TWISTED SISTER frontman Dee Snider says that he recently broke his right shoulder while playing basketball with his kids.
Video message from Dee: facebook.com/watch/facedeesnider/....
NEW LIVE ALBUM WITH SWEET IN OCTOBER
SWEET will release their new live album, "Live 25", on October 23 via Metalville Records.thesweet.com | metalville-shop.com
ANOTHER SINGLE WITH BLUTGOTT
German metal group BLUTGOTT releases the new single "Storm Of The Blood Dragons (Debauchery version)". The track is the 7th single from the upcoming album "Die Schlacht um Knochenheim - Death of the Bloodking", which will arrive on October 30 through Blutgott Metal Universe/FDA.youtube.com/watch?v=IDsl9UGx0hg | blutgott.com
THE EROTICS RETURN TO UK IN 2027
New York street hard rockers The EROTICS will be back in the UK in September 2027. These 4 shows will be their first there since 2019.facebook.com/theerotics
UK SUBS CONFIRMED FOR REBELLION
UK SUBS will do 1 last appearance at the UK punk festival Rebellion, which will take place at Winter Gardens in Blackpool on August 5-8, 2027.rebellionfestivals.com
It has also been announced that UK SUBS will do 1 final show in Sweden, at Parksnäckan in Uppsala on June 12.
IN FLAMES ANNOUNCES EUROPEAN TOUR WITH TRIVIUM
IN FLAMES will team up with TRIVIUM for a European tour from March 29 to May 3, 2027. Special guests will be PALEFACE SWISS and VOLA. Pre-sales starts this Wednesday, August 26. General on sale Friday, August 28.inflames.com | trivium.org
NEW ALBUM WITH QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE IN OCTOBER
QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE will release their 9th album, "Perfecth", on October 30 via Matador Records. The latest single "Insignificant Other", is out today (Aug. 25).youtu.be/1jGT1UvmBi0?si=MBngTnF139Q-7kW5
CORROSION OF CONFORMITY AND THE SWORD ANNOUNCES U.S. TOUR
CORROSION OF CONFORMITY will return to U.S. stages this fall on a co-headlining tour with The SWORD. The 2-week journey will commence on November 2 in Buffalo, New York and run through November 19 in Pensacola, Florida. Additional support will be provided by HIPPIE DEATH CULT.General on-sale will be Friday, August 28.
coc.com | theswordofficial.com
THE PARTISANS CONFIRMED FOR REBELLION
The PARTISANS have been confirmed for the UK punk festival Rebellion, which will take place at Winter Gardens in Blackpool on August 5-8, 2027.rebellionfestivals.com
NEW SONG WITH CHEZ KANE
Melodic rock singer Chez Kane release a new song, "One Day (Is All That It Takes)".youtu.be/7P3RyKoXQf8?si=5hRtXGGPOQBzIPp_ | facebook.com/ChezKaneVocalist
GHOST TO RELEASE SOUNDTRACK ALBUM TO NEW MOVIE
GHOST has announced the release of the "2 Big To Rig Original Motion Picture Soundtrack", the audio companion to the second feature film from the Grammy-winning theatrical rock icons. Available to stream or download August 27 via Loma Vista Recordings, "2 Big To Rig (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)" is preceded by a carnally charged live rendition of "Umbra".
youtu.be/IysK_INTllA?si=m44rHHp736Vs2IrF | 2bigtorig.com
NEW SINGLE WITH SLADE GUITARIST DAVE HILL
Legendary guitarist Dave Hill, founding lead guitarist of SLADE, has released "She Had A Troubled Heart", the latest track to be made available from his long-awaited debut solo album, "Dirty Foot Lane", due on October 30.youtu.be/YNWihBxu_JI?si=zX5dO-BpIbXd-nux
THERION, HELIX, MUSTASCH, GIRLSCHOOL AND ATTENTAT CONFIRMED FOR TIME TO ROCK
Time To Rock have announced the first 20 confirmed artists for next year's festival, which happens on July 9-12, 2027 in Knislinge, Sweden. Among these acts are THERION, The HOOTERS, BIG COUNTRY, HELIX, STORACE, MUSTASCH, TUNGSTEN, BACKSTREET GIRLS, GIRLSCHOOL, The DAHMERS, AMBUSH, ATTENTAT, HOSTILIA etc.
Tickets go on sale tomorrow, August 25.
timetorock.se
NEW SINGLE WITH FATAL VISION
Canadian melodic rock band FATAL VISION return with the official video for "Do You See Me", taken from their 4th studio album, "Four Sides To Every Story", out now via Escape Music.youtube.com/watch?v=QBBXtrsA9o8 | the-music-shop.net | fatalvisionmusic.com | escape-music.com
DOGHOUSE ROSE RELEASE NEW VIDEO
Canadian punk rockers DOGHOUSE ROSE have released a video for their song "Brightside". The song is off their album "Born To Break Even", which was released last month via Stomp Records.youtu.be/ueyttYAf0wQ?si=drhC2AeG7SsJOMr8
EX-AC/DC DRUMMER CHRIS SLADE ANNOUNCES HIS RETIREMENT FROM DRUMMING
Welsh drummer Chris Slade, who has spent the past 60 years playing with everyone from Tom Jones to MANFRED MANN, The FIRM and AC/DC, has announced his retirement from drumming in a video message via his social media.facebook.com/watch/ChrisSladeACDC/....
EUROPE ANNOUNCES JAPANESE DATES
EUROPE are going to Japan for 3 shows in January 2027. Tickets on sale September 12.facebook.com/europetheband
BUCKCHERRY INVOLVED IN MULTI-VEHICLE ACCIDENT
At approximately 2:00 a.m. Friday morning (Aug. 21), BUCKCHERRY's tour bus was involved in a multi-vehicle accident on Interstate 26 in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. According to a post on the band's social media, all members of BUCKCHERRY and the band's touring crew are safe and unharmed.Read more: facebook.com/buckcherry
NEW SINGLE WITH MINISTRY
MINISTRY release the new single and video for "We Hate"."We Hate" is the latest taste of MINISTRY's final album, "Hate To Go (Take Out Or Delivery)", coming October 30 on Cleopatra Records.
youtu.be/5Q5X-PZDdak?si=xr408Yn3JnsM7lCr
NEW SINGLE WITH WOLF
Swedish traditional heavy metal band WOLF will release their 10th studio album, "Hour Of The Wolf", on November 20 via Fireflash Records. The official music video for the LP's first single, "Death Satellite", is out now.
youtu.be/zEPCFER1WVw?si=qSgb3z1Wo6Yh6CUd
AVULSED DELIVER 9TH COVER FROM NEW ALBUM
Spanish death metal veterans AVULSED unleash the 9th piece of their upcoming covers album, "Nordic Embryogenesis". This time they bring back ADRAMELECH's "Heroes In Godly Blaze", a track from their 1995 demo, later included on the essential "Psychostasia".A new piece of this dark puzzle will be revealed every Friday until September 4. The album will be released on September 9 through Xtreem Music.
youtu.be/MEtdDvrejdw | facebook.com/avulsed1991 | xtreemmusic.com
NEW SONG WITH VÄRLDEN BRINNER
Swedish punk rockers VÄRLDEN BRINNER release the new song "Hårda Filter", featuring a guest appearance from Nikola Sarcevic (MILLENCOLIN).
facebook.com/varldenbrinner
NEW SINGLE WITH TROUBLEMAKERS
Swedish punk rock veterans TROUBLEMAKERS have released the first single, "Rött e Rött", from their upcoming album, which will be out soon.
RecordU.lnk.to/O2XYoL | facebook.com/punkrockgbg
NEW TRACK WITH TORNET
Swedish heavy rockers TORNET have released the new song "Den Hängde XII".
facebook.com/Tornet.GBG
NEW ALBUM WITH CRYSTAL EYES IN OCTOBER
Swedish power metal veterans CRYSTAL EYES will release their 9th album, "Thunder God", on October 30 via Massacre Records.
facebook.com/crystaleyessweden | facebook.com/massacrerecordseurope
ANGELUS APATRIDA SIGNS WITH NAPALM
Spanish thrash metallers ANGELUS APATRIDA have signed with Napalm Records.A new single, "Cycle Of Ruin", is out now, and a EP, "The Reckoning", will be released on November 19.
youtu.be/QlQkwPRHWzE | lnk.to/AngelusApatrida-TheReckoning | lnk.bio/angelusapatrida | facebook.com/napalmrecords
DARKTHRONE's NOCTURNO CULTO HAVE A NEW BAND
Norwegian heavy metal juggernaut-in-the-making AVRAK was founded in November 2023 by guitarists Anders Hegna (NØD, EL KAYENNE, SVIDD GREVLING) and Ted "Nocturno Culto" Skjellum, notable for being half of legendary duo DARKTHRONE. Terje Kråbøl (GJENDØD, SARKE, FAUSTCOVEN) play drums.On October 9, Peaceville will release the band's self-titled debut album. The LP's first single, "Unborn", can be heard now.
youtu.be/2BIYrOnSzuw?si=Qzi611GtkunLCmbq
VIVIAN CAMPBELL's CANCER HAS RETURNED
DEF LEPPARD guitarist Vivian Campbell did a donor transplant in January 2025, and in June 2025 he was completely in remission from Hodgkin lymphoma. But now he says that the cancer has returned.THE UNDERTONES ANNOUNCES 50th ANNIVERSARY TOUR IN THE UK
Melodic punk rock veterans The UNDERTONES have announced a 50th anniversary tour around the UK in October and November. The ENGLISH BEAT (UK version), The MEN THEY COULDN'T HANG, Jim Bob, and RUTS DC will open on different gigs.theundertones.com
CHELSEA ANNOUNCES CANADIAN TOUR
English punk rock veterans CHELSEA will do a 5-date tour in Canada in April 2027.facebook.com/ChelseaPunkbandOfficial
NEW SINGLE WITH BANGALORE CHOIR
Hard rockers BANGALORE CHOIR release their new single "Prisoner", a song that frontman David Reece recorded with ACCEPT for the album "Eat The Heat" (1989). This version features Giles Lavery (ALCATRAZ, WARLORD) on background vocals.youtu.be/PpR7kmwJv0U?si=ASjjigeeR3C3SyUD
BOOK ABOUT RÖVSVETT IN THE WORKS
A man named Palle Rosén is currently working on a book about Swedish hardcore/punk legends RÖVSVETT, which is titled "Den Falske Kakaoinspektören Och Andra Legender - Historien om Rövsvett".
The band is currently working on some new material and play live once in a while.
facebook.com/Rovsvett
NEW ALBUM WITH GIRISH AND THE CHRONICLES IN NOVEMBER
Indian hard rockers GIRISH AND THE CHRONICLES announce the release of their new studio album, "Disintegrate", out on November 20 via Frontiers Music Srl.The band now share the title track, along with an official video.
youtu.be/C9HJ4ZOlhBk?si=bCUn7kQRMjOHtBcT | frontiers.it
SPREAD EAGLE COVERS UFO
Hard rock veterans SPREAD EAGLE unleash their new single and official music video, a powerful cover of UFO's "Pushed To The Limit".The track is featured on their brand new studio album, "The Brutal Divine", out now via Frontiers Music Srl.
youtu.be/YlX89eHcnb8?si=0miSGG1vbtq3RWIu | frontiers.it | spreadeagle.us
NEW SINGLE WITH THE GREEN GOBLINS
Swizz Celtic punk rockers The GREEN GOBLINS release "Whiskey, Tequila, Vodka & Beer", the first lead single from their self-titled debut album, out on October 2 via Metalville Records.youtube.com/watch?v=-8sMVQbUqcE | thegreengoblins.ch | metalville-shop.com
NEW SINGLE WITH HÄ/DA
Finnish hard rockers HÄ/DA deliver a new single, "Gone In November".A new album, "Electric Knights Of Eternal Rock Fury", will be released in October through Inverse Records.
push.fm/fl/hada-goneinnovember | facebook.com/hadabandofficial | inverse.fi
MICHAEL MONROE ANNOUNCES U.S. TOUR DATES
Former HANOI ROCKS frontman Michael Monroe are going to the States in April/May 2027 for 6 dates. Tickets go on sale this Friday, August 21.
linktr.ee/michaelmonroeofficial
HAVOK ANNOUNCES NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
Colorado thrashers HAVOK will team up with HELLRIPPER, SLACKJAW and XOTH for a North American tour in October/November. Tickets on sale this Friday, August 21.linktr.ee/havokband
FINAL FILMED QUEEN LIVE PERFORMANCE TO BE SCREENED IN LONDON
Playback Live, in collaboration with Sony Music Vision, present "Queen Budapest" as a dynamic new event before the film is released to cinemas and IMAX. For 1 day only, the screening will take place live in an active concert environment for 2 performances at London's iconic Roundhouse on October 3.queenbudapest.com
JENNIFER FINCH MEMOIR DUE IN JANUARY
Da Capo, an imprint of Grand Central Publishing (GCP) and the Hachette Book Group, has announced the publication of "Shooting Up And Making Out: A Memoir Of My Life In LA And L7" by L7 bassist Jennifer Finch with Jeff Alulis on January 19, 2027.The memoir was the last major project Jennifer completed before she passed away on July 18, 2026. It was completed just before her illness took hold.
NEW SINGLE WITH LEPER COLONY
Death metallers LEPER COLONY have released the new single "Seelenjäger". It's taken from the upcoming album, "Back To Primal Sludge", which will be released through Testimony Records on October 9.youtu.be/fETO2_EbSRM | spkr.store/collections/leper-colony | facebook.com/lepercolonyband | linktr.ee/testimonyrecords
LIVE RECORDING WITH GIRLSCHOOL FROM 1981 TO BE RELEASED IN SEPTEMBER
In August 1981, little more than 2 years after the all-female south London NWOBHM legends GIRLSCHOOL launched itself onto the UK club scene, they were firmly established among the very few New Wave of British Heavy Metal acts either capable of, or deserving to, top the first night bill the annual Reading Festival - the first female rock band ever to headline the festival and, all these years later, still the only one.
Now a recording from their appearance at that festival will be released on September 25, titled "Nothin' To Lose In Reading 1981". It will be available on CD, red and white spatter vinyl, and digitally.
The track "Nothin' To Lose" is now available as a first taste.
orcd.co/girlschool_nothintolosesingle | https://cleorecs.com/search?q=girlschool+nothin.... | orcd.co/girlschool_nothintoloseinreading1981
SARCATOR UNLEASH NEW MUSIC VIDEO
Young Swedish metal band SARCATOR has released a video clip for their new single "In Search Of Oblivion", offering another glimpse into their much-awaited 4th studio album, "The Ones We Follow", due October 30 via Reigning Phoenix Music.sarcator.rpm.link/oblivionPR | sarcator.rpm.link/followalbumPR | sarcator.com | reigningphoenixmusic.com
NEW SINGLE WITH HOSTILIA
Young Swedish thrash metallers HOSTILIA have released the first single, "Lightning Warfare", from their upcoming album "The Curse Of Khamun", which will arrive on October 23 via Hammerheart Records.
youtube.com/watch?v=Kg7mFeFoXV4 | hostilia.lnk.to/thecurseofkhamun | hammerheart.com | facebook.com/hostiliathrash
ZZ TOP DRUMMER FRANK BEARD IS DEAD
ZZ TOP drummer Frank Beard passed away on Monday (Aug. 17) at the age of 77 after a period of serious health issues.zztop.com
JOE STUMP TO RELEASE NEW SOLO ALBUM IN OCTOBER
ALCATRAZZ guitarist Joe Stump will return with a new solo album, "Lord Of The Strings", on October 16 via Silver Lining Music. The first single, "Full Throttle", is out now.youtu.be/o3AXv4DI_ng?si=kZc2VnAg6VVlVetA | lnk.to/JoeStumpLordoftheStrings | instagram.com/joestumpofficial
DOMKRAFT RELEASE NEW MUSIC VIDEO
Swedish heavy psychedelic rockers DOMKRAFT present the first advance single, "Void Runner", taken from their forthcoming new full-length "Night Songs", slated for release on November 20 via Magnetic Eye Records.youtu.be/oTiXNgmAmPY?si=jLHYPATvu_EvQTgR | facebook.com/domkraftband
KISSING KAOS RELEASES NEW VIDEO
American melodic street hard rockers KISSING KAOS unveil the official video for "Heartache & Scars", taken from their debut album, "To Your Limit", which was released by Mighty Music in May.youtu.be/OnAldeZoGOY?si=3V-BMMkFmkIKTR8a | kkaos.bfan.link/tyl | facebook.com/kissingkaosband | mightymusic.dk
NORDIC NOISE ANNOUNCE FIRST 5 BANDS
Danish hard rock and heavy metal festival Nordic Noise have confirmed the first 5 bands for next year: FURY, MERIDIAN, M.A.S.K., W't'M, and FORTUNE TELLER.The festival happens on May 7-8, 2027 in Copenhagen, Denmark.
nordicnoise.dk
ELECTRIC BOYS PART WAYS WITH DRUMMER JOLLE
Drummer Jolle Atlagic will play his final shows with Swedish hard rock veterans ELECTRIC BOYS at Skånska Mullret in Fagerhult on August 21 and Hårdrock På Torget in Trollhättan on August 28.
facebook.com/electricboys
BOOK ABOUT BUZZCOCKS NEXT YEAR
UK punk rock legends BUZZCOCKS have announced "Buzzcocks: A People's History", a new book that will tell the band's story through the words and memories of the people who have been part of their journey.Coming in 2027, the book will feature more than 500 memories from fans, friends, and associates, offering a unique perspective on the group's more than 5-decade career.
The band is now asking fans to contribute their own stories, whether it's seeing BUZZCOCKS live, listening to their music, or having a personal connection to a particular song.
facebook.com/buzzcocksofficial
NEW SINGLE WITH THE VIOLENT HOUR
The VIOLENT HOUR - the modern heavy rock group formed by Carla Harvey (BUTCHER BABIES) and Charlie Benante (ANTHRAX, PANTERA) - has released a new single, "Screenager".The band will embark on a string of festival performances this fall, including Rocklahoma in Pryor, Oklahoma on September 6, Louder Than Life in Louisville, Kentucky on September 17, and Aftershock in Sacramento, California on October 1.
youtu.be/kzhcTkk26bw?si=vif4h60VzsAtZE_5
DAVE HILL'S SLADE ANNOUNCES GERMAN TOUR DATES
Dave Hill's SLADE will do 5 shows in Germany in late April/early May 2027, where they will celebrate 60 years of rock.facebook.com/OfficialSladeBand
NEW ALBUM WITH MASTER IN OCTOBER
Death metal veterans MASTER will release a new album, "Among The Seeds Of Death", on October 16 via Hammerheart Records.The first single will be out next week.
facebook.com/hammerheartrecords | facebook.com/TheRealMasterofficial
HAVOK ANNOUNCES EUROPEAN TOUR
Colorado thrashers HAVOK will team up with BLOOD RED THRONE, XONOR and ERADIKATED for a European tour in September/October.linktr.ee/havokband
NEW SINGLE WITH MARILYN MANSON
Marilyn Manson has released the Anthony Silva-directed music video for "Unalive". The track is the opening cut of Marilyn's latest album "One Assassination Under God - Chapter 2", co-produced and co-written with Tyler Bates, which is being released today (Aug. 14) via Nuclear Blast Records.youtu.be/w9-CJPCJpBY?si=_rJ673argtqF3X9G
NEW LIVE ALBUM WITH FOGHAT IN OCTOBER
More than 55 years after forming in the U.K., FOGHAT remains one of rock and roll's hardest-working and most respected live bands. The blues/boogie/rock group is now bringing their live show from the stage to speakers with their new triple vinyl release, "Live & Loud Across The U.S.A.", which is due out October 30 on the band's label Foghat Records, distributed by Select-O-Hits (part of the Sun Records family).The first single, "My Babe", was released today (Aug. 14) on all digital outlets.
youtu.be/vtY9zRrOlhg?si=DKiiTDlg3PizT8bt
PRE-SKITSYSTEM BAND SYSTEM COLLAPSE TO RE-RELEASE DEMO
Before SKITSYSTEM there was SYSTEM COLLAPSE, and this Swedish crust punk band released a demo in 1994, which will now be re-released on 12" vinyl by Kenrock Records. There will be a release party at Blackbird in their hometown Göteborg on August 28, where you can buy the album. 50 SEK (Swedish kronor) will go to Cancerfonden in memory of Tompa Lindberg (AT THE GATES, The GROTESQUE etc etc), who was a member of both SYSTEM COLLAPSE and SKITSYSTEM.There will also be SKITSYSTEM records and shirts for sale, and 2 members will be DJs.
facebook.com/blackbirdbargbg | facebook.com/Skitsystem
MANOWAR TO PLAY IN KIRUNA, SWEDEN
MANOWAR are going to do 2 shows up in northern Sweden in November. Both shows will be at Dálvi in Kiruna, and the dates are November 25 and 26. Tickets go on sale Monday, August 17.manowar.com/tour
GRAVEYARD RELEASES NEW SINGLE
Swedish rock band GRAVEYARD is back with a brand new single, "A Means To An End", the first glimpse at the band's 7th studio album, "Fever", which will be released on October 9 worldwide on Nuclear Blast Records.
GRAVEYARD will initiate the touring cycle with a co-headline run through Scandinavia with BLUES PILLS to properly celebrate the release of "Fever", followed by Europewide touring and festivals in 2027.
youtu.be/JQ3FnW1CO2I?si=5NtSLljgblc-0XeC | facebook.com/graveyardofficial
AVULSED UNLEASH 8th COVER FROM NEW ALBUM
Spanish death metal veterans brings "Recantation Of The Forsaken" back into the spotlight, a dark ABHOTH hymn recorded for their 1991 demo and destined to become the 8th of the 11 pieces that will make up the new AVULSED album, "Nordic Embryogenesis".A new piece of the puzzle will be revealed every Friday until September 4. The album will be released on September 9 via Xtreem Music, and is a tribute to early Scandinavian death metal.
youtu.be/h5652DjR6F0 | facebook.com/avulsed1991 | xtreemmusic.com
NEW SINGLE WITH CHUCK NORRIS EXPERIMENT
Swedish hard rocking band CHUCK NORRIS EXPERIMENT gives us their take on the ELO (aka ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTRA) song "Don't Bring Me Down".The song will also appear on the compilation "Punk Chartbusters Vol. 7" from Wolverine Records.
chucknorrisexperiment.bandcamp.com/track/dont.... | punkrock-shop.com/produkt/punk-cha.... | facebook.com/chucknorrisexperiment
NEW SINGLE WITH GRIMNER
Swedish folk metal band GRIMNER unveil their new single "Runstenen", the 4th glimpse of their upcoming fifth full-length album, "Stormvingar", to be released on September 4 through Despotz Records.found.ee/Runstenen | despotz.bigcartel.com/artist/grimner | facebook.com/Grimnerswe
NEW SINGLE WITH KICKIN VALENTINA
Atlanta hard rockers KICKIN VALENTINA unveil today (Aug. 14) their new single and official video, "Silver Moon", taken from the forthcoming album "Anthems From The Underground", due to drop on August 28 via Mighty Music.
kval.bfan.link/silverm | kickinvalentina.com | mightymusic.dk
TONY IOMMI TO DISCUSS HIS CAREER
On Thursday, September 17, legendary BLACK SABBATH guitarist Tony Iommi is coming to the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire stage in Birmingham, United Kingdom for one night only to talk about his remarkable career in music and the city that started it all.facebook.com/tonyiomm
NEW ALBUM WITH WOLF IN NOVEMBER
Swedish traditional heavy metal band WOLF will release their 10th studio album, "Hour Of The Wolf", on November 20 via Fireflash Records. The LP's first single, "Death Satellite", will arrive on August 21.
OZZY's "Crazy Train" SURPASSES 1 BILLION STREAMS ON SPOTIFY
Ozzy Osbourne's classic 1980 song "Crazy Train" has landed in Spotify's Billions Club after surpassing 1 billion streams on the platform.D-A-D ANNOUNCES AUSTRALIAN/NEW ZEALAND TOUR
Danish rock veterans D-A-D are going to Australia and New Zealand for 5 shows in March 2027.
d-a-d.com
IGUANA PARTY ARE BACK WITH A NEW LINEUP
..and when it comes to local news, Borås, Sweden rock band IGUANA PARTY are back again with a new lineup.Since bass player Martin Johansson passed away in 2025, the band is now Fou Parle (RÅTTORNA -vocals/guitar), Jan Aspenfelt (drums), Andreas Strandh (SISTER SIN - bass), and Mathias Polbäck (GATANS LAG, LILLA KROGEN BAND - guitar).
The band first existed around the turn of the millennium, but has reuinited a few times since then. The last reunion was in 2023.
IGUANA PARTY will play live at Wiser's here in Borås on October 3.
facebook.com/profile.php?id=61592734037359
RITCHIE BLACKMORE TO PLAY WITH DEEP PURPLE?
It looks like guitar legend Ritchie Blackmore will perform with DEEP PURPLE for the first time in more than 3 decades. This is supposed to happen tonight (Aug. 12) at Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh, New York, USA.facebook.com/DeepPurpleCommunity
DOCUMENTARY ABOUT LATE RUSH DRUMMER NEIL PEART
A new documentary about late RUSH drummer Neil Peart, "Neil Peart: No One's Disciple", will receive its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival.The 96-minute film will premiere on September 16, with a subsequent public screening on September 19. It will also air on Canada's CBC network on September 23 as part of the series "The Passionate Eye".
Peart died on January 7, 2020 in Santa Monica, California after a 3-year battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. He was 67 years old.
ZZ TOP DRUMMER FRANK BEARD IS FACING HEALTH ISSUES
According to Rolling Stone, health issues facing ZZ TOP's longtime drummer Frank Beard led to the cancelation of the band's Hollywood Bowl concert last week.A ZZ TOP spokesperson told Rolling Stone that guitarist/vocalist Billy Gibbons and bassist Elwood Francis will continue to play shows with drummer Michael Monahan filling in for Beard.
Nearly a year and a half ago, Beard temporarily stepped away from ZZ TOP's tour due to an unspecified health issue. Fellow Texan and longtime tech member, percussionist and drummer John Douglas filled in for Beard, a position John previously held back in 2002 when Frank underwent an emergency appendectomy.
rollingstone.com/music/music-news/zz-top....
LIMP BIZKIT, BAD RELIGION, MILLENCOLIN AND MINISTRY CONFIRMED FOR GOOD THINGS
BAD RELIGION
LIMP BIZKIT, BAD RELIGION, MILLENCOLIN, MINISTRY, Chad Gray, MxPx, and P.O.D. are some of the confirmed artists for the Australian music festival Good Things, which takes place at Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne on December 4, Sydney Showground in Sydney on December 5, and Brisbane Showground in Brisbane on December 6.
NEW ALBUM WITH ELECTRIC GUITARS IN OCTOBER
Danish rockers ELECTRIC GUITARS will release the brand-new studio album "What Are We Waiting For" on October 30 via Mighty Music. It will be their 6th studio album.bit.ly/eg-tgt | electricguitars.dk | mightymusic.dk
NEW SINGLE WITH NUNSLAUGHTER
Cleveland death metallers NUNSLAUGHTER unleash their new single "Listen To The Lies", taken from the recently released album "Satanic Chaos Legions", out now via BLKIIBLK.youtu.be/wWXXthgGMe8?si=wiY3jdNs4WqJMaB-
TOY DOLLS BASSIST UNABLE TO PLAY DUE TO ACCIDENT
TOY DOLLS bass player, Tommy, has had a bad accident in Germany resulting in a broken ankle. Sadly he can not fly and has to have an emergency operation, with a 6 week recovery period. Therfor TOY DOLLS will not be able to perform as a full band in Spain on Thursday, August 13.As a compromise, Olga (vocals/guitar) and Jamie (drums) will do an acoustic set instead.
facebook.com/TheToyDollsOfficial
NEW ALBUM WITH THUNDERMOTHER NEXT YEAR
In an interview with The Adventures Of Pipeman conducted at this month's Wacken Open Air festival in Wacken, Germany, guitarist Filippa Nässil and vocalist Linnéa Vikström Egg of Swedish hard rock n roll band THUNDERMOTHER revealed that their new album will be titled "Mothers Of Thunder" and will be released in February 2027. The LP's first single, "Bimbo Boost", will be made available in September 2026.
youtu.be/tuLUzGBB1lk?si=NSrjhgHsjrippyTc
ROSE TATTOO's ANGRY ANDERSON AT HOSPITAL
Australian rock veterans ROSE TATTOO have announced that today's (Aug. 9) show at Alcatraz Metal Festival has to be cancelled. Angry Anderson is currently in hospital due to a medical issue.UPDATE! ROSE TATTOO announce that all remaining shows of the European Tour 2026 have to be cancelled.
facebook.com/RoseTattoo
NEW SINGLE WITH FINNEGAN'S HELL
Swedish Celtic punk band FINNEGAN'S HELL have released the new song "The King Becomes The Clown". It's the second single from their upcoming fifth album, "Glorious Mess", which will be released on October 30.
open.spotify.com/track/1yRMTnMy2TztiL5OqDQKE7............
MERCYFUL FATE, CHILDREN OF BODOM AND HAMMERFALL CONFIRMED FOR BLOODSTOCK
HammerFall
With Bloodstock 2026 underway and on target for another record-breaking year, festival HQ have just revealed the first bands for 2027. MERCYFUL FATE, CHILDREN OF BODOM, HAMMERFALL, CORROSION OF CONFORMITY, HYPOCRISY, CONAN, MADBALL and PIG DESTROYER are some of the confirmed acts for next year's Bloodstock festival.
Early bird tickets are already sold out. Wekeend tickets go on sale Monday, August 10.
Bloodstock happens on August 5-8, 2027 at Catton Park in Derbyshire, UK.
linktr.ee/bloodstockopenair
THE LINDA LINDAS RELEASE NEW MUSIC VIDEO
Young American pop punks The LINDA LINDAS have released a video for their new song "Blood On Our Hands". The song is off their upcoming album, "Gotta Get Out", which will be out on August 28 via Reprise/Warner.youtu.be/SmwzGUgVMdI?si=rmROLIhhpaD65Lko
ERIK GRÖNWALL RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
Former SKID ROW and H.E.A.T. singer Erik Grönwall has released a video for the song "Hell & Back".youtu.be/JKQ9wnfqdVk?si=2QsLuOx31a5laXAq | linktr.ee/erikgronwall
NEW EP WITH MÄBE IN OCTOBER
Swedish singer/songwriter/rock artist MäBe are going to release a new EP, "Det Tunga Hjulet", on October 30 via Twofaced Productions/Sound Pollution AB.
orcd.co/tfp032 | mabe.nu
MORE BANDS CONFIRMED FOR MARYLAND DEATHFEST
Maryland Deathfest have confirmed some more bands for next year's festival. Among these names are ANAAL NATHRAKH, EXUMER, LUCIFER, YOB and many more..The festival happens in Baltimore, USA on May 27-30, 2027.
deathfests.com
NEW ALBUM WITH IRON SAVIOR IN NOVEMBER
German power metal force IRON SAVIOR will release a new studio album, "Deathbringer", on November 13 via Frontiers Music Srl.To celebrate the announcement, IRON SAVIOR has unleashed the LP's first single, "Back From The Fires Of Hell", along with an official visualizer.
youtu.be/4o9W5RwgpZ4?si=RXdPTeAgUchW3JCb
RUSH TO RE-RELEASE "2112" AND GREATEST HITS ALBUM
UMe/Mercury and Anthem Records label groups continue to celebrate the renewed reign of RUSH with a pair of new releases that will both be made available on October 2.First up is the 50th-anniversary liquid vinyl edition of RUSH's 1976 multi-platinum selling studio album "2112", which was recently certified 4 times platinum. The "2112 (50th Anniversary)" LP is now available as a Sound Of Vinyl exclusive, and it can be pre-ordered here: rush.lnk.to/2112LiquidLPPR
The second offering is the first-ever vinyl release for the band's 2003 compilation, "The Spirit Of Radio: Greatest Hits 1974-1987". It will be made available in 2 configurations: the original 16-track collection spread across 2 LPs on 180-gram black vinyl, and an abbreviated, retail exclusive edition with 10 tracks on 1 LP black vinyl. Both versions can be pre-ordered here: rush.lnk.to/TheSpiritOfRadioPR
CRIMSON DAY UNLEASH NEW MUSIC VIDEO
Finnish heavy metal band CRIMSON DAY have released the official music video for "War Machine", a track from the band's album "Dark Dimension", out now via Wormholedeath.youtu.be/JjOWvDssSaE?si=s4MJXgs0C_sPCZQY | crimsonday.com | wormholedeath.com
SERGEANT STEEL DELIVER A NEW SINGLE
Austrian hard rockers SERGEANT STEEL have released the new single "Back On Track".youtu.be/z9pyzeCP39k?si=oqNwUj699QbMXNxp | sergeant-steel.com | metalapolis.eu
CROSSBONE SKULLY RECRUITS DEF LEPPARD's PHIL COLLEN FOR NEW SINGLE
CROSSBONE SKULLY has released a brand new single, "Thunder Love", featuring DEF LEPPARD's Phil Collen. It's the first single from CROSSBONE SKULLY's upcoming sophomore album, "Condemned To Rock N' Roll", to be made available via earMUSIC.Fronted by Tommy Henriksen (Alice Cooper, HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES), CROSSBONE SKULLY is a gritty hard rock band, featuring fellow Alice Cooper guitarist Anna "Blackthorn" Cara, among others.
The new single was produced by the legendary Robert John "Mutt" Lange, and also features powerhouse studio drumming from Glen Sobel (Alice Cooper, HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES).
youtu.be/y7uqD_sEzTA?si=dAM12DDOLw2pWEaK
NEW SINGLE WITH CoreLeoni
Following the announcement of their upcoming album "Generection" and the recent release of its first single, "Generation Rock", CoreLeoni - led by GOTTHARD founding member Leo Leoni - have unveiled an official music video for "Howling At The Moon".Rooted in an idea dating back to the early 90s, "Howling At The Moon" was originally conceived by Jgor Gianola and the late Steve Lee during songwriting sessions for GOTTHARD, before being rediscovered and reimagined for "Generection".
The album will be released on September 11 through Reigning Phoenix Music.
coreleoni.rpm.link/howlingPR | coreleoni.rpm.link/generectionPR | coreleoni.com | reigningphoenixmusic.com
AVULSED DELIVER 7th COVER FROM NEW ALBUM
Spanish death metal veterans AVULSED unveils the 7th single from their upcoming covers album, "Nordic Embryogenesis". This time they revives "Why Do I Watch the Dawn?", one of the hidden treasures from the historic split album shared by CARTILAGE and ALTAR in 1992.A new track will be revealed every Friday until September 4, which means that there's 4 songs left. The album will be released on September 9 through Xtreem Music.
youtu.be/9Onx2ErNwME | facebook.com/avulsed1991 | xtreemmusic.com
UK SUBS ADD SECOND SHOW AT SHEPHERD'S BUSH
As previously announced, British punk legends UK SUBS will play their last ever show at o2 Shepherd's Bush Empire in London on Saturday, September 25, 2027. Due to phenomenal early demand, standing is now sold out and only seats remain available. With this in mind, they are delighted to confirm an additional night at o2 Shepherd's Bush Empire on Friday, September 24, 2027, which will now be their penultimate show. Special guests at that show will be PETER AND THE TEST TUBE BABIES and 999.facebook.com/UKSubs
NEW SINGLE WITH TYGERS OF PAN TANG
NWOBHM legends TYGERS OF PAN TANG unleash "Dark Divinity", the latest single from their upcoming album, "Electrifyed", which will be released on September 11 via Mighty Music.facebook.com/tygersofpantangofficial | facebook.com/mightymusic666
NEW ALBUM WITH HEART IS ALMOST FINISHED
HEART's first new album in a decade is almost finished. It will be their first LP since 2016's "Beautiful Broken".In addition to the upcoming album, HEART is working on a biopic and a band documentary.
MERCYFUL FATE ANNOUNCES FIRST LIVE SHOW IN MORE THAN 3 YEARS
MERCYFUL FATE has announced its first live show in more than 3 years.The legendary heavy metal act, which last performed at Brazil's Summer Breeze festival in April 2024, will play at next year's Leyendas Del Rock festival, set to take place August 11-14, 2027 in Villena, Alicante, Spain.
MERCYFUL FATE is currently working on a new album.
facebook.com/mercyfulfateofficial?ref....
NEW SINGLE WITH TUNGSTEN
Swedish melodic metal band TUNGSTEN unveil "Fuego Del Sol", the brand-new single from their upcoming studio album "Ashes", slated for a release on October 9 via PERCEPTION - Powered by Reigning Phoenix Music.
tungsten.rpm.link/fuegoPR | tungsten.rpm.link/ashesPR | tungstenofficial.net | perception.music
HENRY ROLLINS TO RELEASE NEW BOOK
Henry Rollins (ex-BLACK FLAG, ROLLINS BAND) has announced that he will be releasing a new book. The book is called "Bait Dog Boy" and is a memoir.Find out more: penguinrandomhouse.com/books/817776/bait....
NEW SINGLES WITH BESEECH AND PIRATE QUEEN ON FRIDAY
Local (Borås, Sweden) gothic metal veterans BESEECH will release the 4th single, the title track, from the upcoming album "Future. Present. Past.". The single will be released on Friday, August 7, and the album on August 28 via Despotz Records.found.ee/futurepresentpast | despotz.bigcartel.com/artist/beseech | facebook.com/beseechofficial
All-female pirate metal band PIRATE QUEEN will release the third single, "Lyxion", from their second album, "Travelling Around The World". The single will be available on Friday, August 7, and the album on September 4 via Despotz Records.
found.ee/lyxion | despotz.bigcartel.com/artist/pirate-queen | facebook.com/piratequeenofficial
ANTHRAX SHARES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
ANTHRAX has released the official music video for "Everybody's Got A Plan", the third single from the band's upcoming "Cursum Perficio" album.
"Cursum Perficio" will arrive on September 18 via Megaforce in the U.S. and Nuclear Blast in Europe.
youtu.be/rr-GVF_Qzdw?si=pmyHk7xxJyy8cL3N
JOAN JETT CANCEL SHOWS AFTER UNDERGOING SURGERY
Rock legend Joan Jett has been forced to cancel a couple of shows in September in order to allow sufficient time for recovery after a recent surgical procedure."Following a recent injury, Joan Jett has undergone orthopedic surgery on a fractured vertebrae and will begin the necessary healing process. In close consultation with her doctors, Joan will not be able to perform at her forthcoming September scheduled shows in Costa Mesa, CA on September 5th and in Louisville, KY on September 24th", says a message on Joan's social media pages.
NEW SINGLE WITH KAI HANSEN
With "Welcome To Life", Kai Hansen (HELLOWEEN, GAMMA RAY) releases the second single from his upcoming solo album, "Born With A Hammer".The album will be released on September 18 through earMUSIC.
youtu.be/g2sXfPif-6E?si=57VuaSmtT7UAAmVB
NEW SINGLE WITH ACCEPT
German/American heavy metal legends ACCEPT celebrate 50 years of pure power by bringing together the scene's A-list musicians for a landmark release. "Teutonic Titans 1976–2026" stands as a definitive statement of the band's legacy, forged in steel and driven by unmistakable riffs.
The album will arrive on September 4 via Napalm Records. The third single, "Save Us", is out now and features Tobias Forge (GHOST) on vocals, Frank Bello (ANTHRAX) on bass and Ray Luzier (KORN) on drums.
youtu.be/b8NFF7s2IoA?si=GiL97asXhxXnSg6S
DEAD BOYS ANNOUNCES NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
American punk legends DEAD BOYS have announced a North American tour in early 2027. The trek is celebrating 50 years of "Young, Loud, and Snotty".instagram.com/deadboys_official_ig
NEW ALBUM WITH YNGWIE MALMSTEEN IN NOVEMBER
Yngwie Malmsteen will release a new album, "Hell Or High Water", on November 13. The new single, "Now Or Never", is out now.lnk.to/YMNowOrNever | facebook.com/officialyngwiemalmsteen
MAD MAX SHARE NEW LYRIC VIDEO
German melodic hard rock veterans MAD MAX have shared a lyric video for "Keep You Alive", offering another preview of their forthcoming studio album, "Stories Of Destiny", due out on September 4 via ROAR - A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music.Co-written with HELLOWEEN guitarist Sascha Gerstner, "Keep You Alive" serves as the album's second single.
madmax.rpm.link/alivePR | madmax.rpm.link/storiesPR | madmax-germany.com
THE DARTS ANNOUNCES SCOTTISH DATES
Seattle all-female garage punk rockers The DARTS are going to do 2 dates in Scotland in November.These dates are:
Nov. 4 - Cabaret Voltaire, Edinburgh
Nov. 5 - Audio Glashow, Glasgow
Lots of more tour dates here: thedartsus.com
AMYL AND THE SNIFFERS TO RELEASE LIVE VIDEO/ALBUM
Australian punk band AMYL AND THE SNIFFERS are going to release a live video and accompanying album, "Truth Or Consequences", which was filmed at El Coyote in L.A. The film is in select theatres in August, and the live album is out September 4.
Notably, the project finds the band doing "covers" of their own songs, meaning most of the songs are presented live in a different style than usual.
Here's a trailer: youtu.be/t6w9HI0oJGI?si=LtEeriZPNmEJTN6J
STATUS QUO's FRANCIS ROSSI ANNOUNCES COLLECTION OF DEMO RECORDINGS
Following the critical and commercial success of "The Way We Were Vol. 1" (2025) and the acclaimed studio album "The Accidental", Francis Rossi returns to his personal archive with "The Way We Were Vol. 2" on September 25.The collection features 17 previously unreleased demo recordings, with "My Little Heartbreaker" available to stream and download from today (Aug. 5).
youtu.be/YH7rNJ3iqIU?si=vpoKne1GMzv1VH4F
GLENN HUGHES CANCEL ALL UPCOMING LIVE SHOWS
Legendary rock singer/bassist Glenn Hughes (ex-DEEP PURPLE, BLACK SABBATH, TRAPEZE, PHENOMENA, Hughes/Thrall, BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION, The DEAD DAISIES etc.) announces his retirement from touring and live performances.Upon his Doctor's advice, Glenn will have to undergo heart surgery and has made the difficult decision to step back from live performances for the foreseeable future.
glennhughes.com
NEW SINGLE WITH GIRISH AND THE CHRONICLES
Indian hard rockers GIRISH AND THE CHRONICLES unleash their new single "Generation Coward", along with an official visualizer, out now via Frontiers Music Srl.youtu.be/njZq1jmB9tA?si=PXtpfxD7AaJN8FBG
NEW SINGLE WITH STORM FORCE
Canadian hard rockers STORM FORCE announce their second single, "Saviour", from their upcoming new album, "Truth", releasing on September 25 via BraveWords Records.There will be a listening party on Bandcamp on September 23, where you can listen to the entire album.
youtu.be/ZFMY73zpvdE?si=USR66RHPMclnVel_ | bravewordsrecords.bandcamp.com/album/truth | bravewordsrecords.bandcamp.com/../storm-force-truth-listening-party | stormforce.ca
DEAD KENNEDYS ANNOUNCE WEST COAST U.S. DATES
American punk legends DEAD KENNEDYS have announced a new run of West Coast U.S. shows this fall, with dates scheduled across California, Washington, and Oregon in September/October.hoo.be/deadkennedys
HIATUS ANNOUNCES EUROPEAN DATES
Belgian crust punk veterans HIATUS will be playing here and there across Europe during the second half of 2026.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100062081990032
JOHN BUSH TO CELEBRATE HIS ERA OF ANTHRAX IN EUROPE NEXT SUMMER
Last December, legendary vocalist John Bush played 3 live concerts in the U.S. showcasing the music he helped create during his decade-long tenure singing with ANTHRAX, and followed it up with a June 2026 appearance at the Milwaukee Metalfest. At all 4 gigs, Bush performed songs spanning all 4 albums he recorded with the band: "Sound Of White Noise", "Stomp 442", "Volume 8: The Threat Is Real" and "We've Come For You All".Earlier this week, it was announced that Bush will play his first European concert showcasing the music he helped create during his ANTHRAX era at the 2027 edition of the Wacken Open Air festival, set to take place July 28-31, 2027 in Wacken, Germany. And more European shows will be announced soon..
50 YEARS OF KISS IN GERMANY TOGETHER WITH KISS GUITARIST TOMMY THAYER
KISS lead guitarist Tommy Thayer will appear as featured special guest at the official fan celebration on occasion of 50 years of KISS history in Germany. The event will take place on October 30 at Mitsubishi Electric Halle in Düsseldorf.Tommy will be joining KISS FOREVER BAND during their live set. A limited number of signing and photo opportunities with Tommy will also be available.
KISS FOREVER BAND will perform live. Doro Pesch (DORO, WARLOCK) will be part of the wider celebration and will join Tommy Thayer and KISS FOREVER BAND for the musical finale. Ossy Hoppe and Didi Zill will also appear as special guests.
Tickets go on sale on August 11 at: kissonline.com/kiss-germany-50/....
STRYPER RELEASES NEW LYRIC VIDEO
The official lyric video for "Ashes To Roses", a brand new song from Christian heavy metal pioneers STRYPER, is available now. The track is taken from the band's 18th studio album, "Throne Of Thorns", which will arrive on September 25 via Frontiers Music Srl.youtu.be/ReoBorxNKqw?si=2qF4xrNCBVN4BAh7
HYPOCRISY FORCED TO CANCEL NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
Swedish death metallers HYPOCRISY have been forced to cancel their previously announced August 2026 North American tour due to "visa issues".The "Mass Hallucination" trek was scheduled to include full headline sets and major support appearances alongside DIMMU BORGIR, and was supposed to launch on August 10 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada and conclude on August 23 in Los Angeles, California.
facebook.com/hypocrisy?ref....
NEW SINGLE WITH R.O.S.A.
Berlin-based hardcore/punk outfit R.O.S.A. unveil the second single, "Geometry Of Control", from their upcoming full-length debut, "No Peace For You", which will see the light on August 21 via This Charming Man Records.The band also announce a release show at Garage at Neue Zukunft in Berlin, Germany on August 15 (yes, before the album is released), as well as a German tour in October.
linktr.ee/rosaberlin?lt_utm_source=lt_share_link.... | thischarmingmanrecords.de/produkt/r-o-s-a....
NEW SINGLE WITH TOTALITÄR
Swedish hardcore/punk legends TOTALITÄR unleash another taste of their upcoming, self-titled, album.The name of the latest song is "Älskade USA", and it's the second single from the album, which will be released on August 28 via De:Nihil Records in Europe and Prank Records in North America.
youtu.be/1tse2JWTNeo?si=gA5rk1C1LmVzfP3_ | denihilrecords.blogspot.com | prank.bandcamp.com
CHEZ KANE SHARE NEW MUSIC VIDEO
Welsh melodic rock singer Chez Kane share a music video for the song "Bad Girl".youtu.be/9YcNYGpsQKU | facebook.com/ChezKaneVocalist
MEGADETH ANNOUNCES UK/EURO TOUR WITH BLACK LABEL SOCIETY AND TESTAMENT
MEGADETH will team up with BLACK LABEL SOCIETY and TESTAMENT for a UK/European tour next spring.The tour will begin on March 9, and will last until April 13. Presale starts on Tuesday, August 4, and General On Sale on Friday, August 7.
megadeth.com
ARTILLERY ANNOUNCES NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
Danish thrash veterans ARTILLERY are going on a tour in USA and Canada in September.Before that they will warm up with a show in Copenhagen, Denmark on September 5.
facebook.com/ARTILLERY.DK
HELLOWEEN, HAMMERFALL, DRAGONFORCE AND CHILDREN OF BODOM CONFIRMED FOR WACKEN OPEN AIR 2027
HAMMERFALL
Wacken Open Air have announced the first confirmed bands for next year's festival. Among those names are HELLOWEEN, HAMMERFALL, DRAGONFORCE, CHILDREN OF BODOM, FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH, EDGUY, HALESTORM, BEAST IN BLACK, CAVALERA CONSPIRACY, U.D.O., AVATAR, NAPALM DEATH, OVERKILL, BELPHEGOR, METAL CHURCH, DARK TRANQUILLITY, PRIMORDIAL etc.
The festival will take place on July 28-31, 2027 in Wacken, Germany.
wacken.com
SOLITUDE AETURNUS RECRUITS NEW SINGER
SOLITUDE AETURNUS has recruited James-Paul Luna (ex-HOLY GRAIL) as the band's new vocalist.Luna joins the long-running Texas-based doom metallers as the replacement for Robert Lowe, whose departure from the group was announced in April.
facebook.com/solitudeofficial/posts/....
NEW ALBUM WITH ABYSSUS IN OCTOBER
Greek death metallers ABYSSUS will release their new album, "The Reign", on October 23 through Fireflash Records.The first single, "The Meaning Of Pain", is available now.
facebook.com/Abyssus666
EDDIE AND THE HOT RODS ANNOUNCES 50th ANNIVERSARY TOUR DATES
UK pub rock/punk rockers EDDIE AND THE HOT RODS will celebrate their 50th anniversary with a tour in October/November. Most dates will be in the UK.eddieandthehotrods.com
BRUCE DICKINSON COMPLETES RECORDING VOCALS FOR NEW SOLO ALBUM
IRON MAIDEN singer Bruce Dickinson has completed recording the vocals for his upcoming solo album, tentatively due in early 2027 via BMG.Most of Dickinson's 8th solo album was recorded this past January and February at Dave Grohl's Studio 606 in Northridge, California with producer Brendan Duffey.
instagram.com/brucedickinsonhq/?utm....
NEW SINGLE WITH ELEINE
Swedish metallers ELEINE have released a new single and music video, "Watch As We Rise". The track is taken from the band's fifth studio album, "The Water Taste Of Blood", which will be made available on December 4 independently on ELEINE's own label Algoth Records, distributed globally by Sound Pollution.youtu.be/e-gZSvHIlIQ?si=ul5l7AfxAVkvn_E7
HELLOWEEN EXTEND "40 Years Anniversary" SHOWS THROUGH 2027
Following a triumphant 2026 touring and festival season, the demand for HELLOWEEN's acclaimed "40 Years Anniversary" shows remains at the highest level. Sold-out performances, unforgettable festival appearances and overwhelming fan responses have convinced the band that the celebration is not over yet.2027 will see HELLOWEEN take their anniversary show on another victory lap: The septet will enter some of the biggest European festival stages that could not be included in last year's schedule due to timing or logistic reasons. Among others, the pumpkin heads will headline the legendary Wacken Open Air for the third time.
facebook.com/helloweenofficial
SID WILSON FIRED FROM SLIPKNOT
According to TMZ.com, Sid Wilson, turntablist for the multi-platinum, Grammy-winning metal icons SLIPKNOT, has been officially fired from the band.A source close to SLIPKNOT and with direct knowledge told the tabloid site that Sid was notified late Friday afternoon (July 31) that he's been permanently kicked out of the Iowa-based metal act.
It's presently unclear what led to Wilson's dismissal from SLIPKNOT.
Sid had been a DJ for SLIPKNOT since 1998.
tmz.com/2026/07/31/sid-wilson-kicked-out-of-slipknot
JULY 2026
ADRIAN VANDENBERG CANCELS U.S. TOUR
Dutch guitarist Adrian Vandenberg has canceled his previously announced "My Whitesnake Years" August 2026 U.S. tour. The trek, which was scheduled to launch on August 3 in New Bedford, Massachusetts, was supposed to feature an all-star lineup including acclaimed guitarist Vinnie Moore and veteran bassist/vocalist Marco Mendoza, celebrating decades of iconic rock music spanning WHITESNAKE, THIN LIZZY, UFO, Ted Nugent and beyond.Adrian is strongly urged by the medical specialists involved to not do this upcoming USA tour at this point. Right now, it would just be too soon after a bacterial infection invaded his body, which needs to get taken care of right away.
Read more: facebook.com/vandenbergbandofficial....
NEW SINGLE WITH AVULSED
Spanish death metal veterans AVULSED revives "The Exordium", a track as brutal as it is crushing, taken from CREMATORY's 1990 demo of the same name.It's the 6h single from the upcoming album "Nordic Embryogenesis", which is a tribute to the early Scandinavian death metal scene and the more obscure tracks. The album will be released through Xtreem Music on September 9.
The band will release a new single every Friday until September 4.
youtu.be/KLC8Oxx_Qzo | facebook.com/avulsed1991 | xtreemmusic.com
STIFF LITTLE FINGERS TO RE-RELEASE "Nobody's Heroes" WITH PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED MATERIAL
Northern Irish punk legends STIFF LITTLE FINGERS will re-release "Nobody's Heroes" as a box set, featuring the remastered album, unreleased BBC sessions and a recently discovered Pop Met, Rotterdam live concert. It will be available on September 18 as 3CD/DVD, 2LP and 2CD sets.
Originally released in March 1980, "Nobody's Heroes" is the second album from STIFF LITTLE FINGERS.
stifflittlefingers.lnk.to/NobodysHeroesEC | slf.rocks/home-base
CRUCIFIED BARBARA ANNOUNCES LONDON DATE
Reunited Swedish hard rockers CRUCIFIED BARBARA will play at The Dome in London, England on November 7.
It was 12 years since they played in the UK last time.
facebook.com/crucifiedbarbara
TRAPEZE's DEBUT ALBUM TO BE REISSUED ON BLUE VINYL
Deko Entertainment will release "Trapeze", the self-titled debut album from legendary British rock band TRAPEZE, in October on 180-gram blue vinyl and limited to just 500 copies worldwide.The band formed in 1969, and was active for a few years. The debut album was released in 1970. Among the members through the years were people like Glenn Hughes (later in DEEP PURPLE), Mel Galley (later in WHITESNAKE) and Dave Holland (later in JUDAS PRIEST), among others.
You can listen to the original version of "Send Me No More Letters" here: youtu.be/PG2Tj0ag1ug?si=18lA0Fys8OdNWe12
Pre-order the album: dekoentertainment.com/reissues/trapeze
TRUBBEL CONFIRMED FOR HALV FESTIVAL PÅ ÅHAGA
Gothenburg punk rockers TRUBBEL have been confirmed for Halv Festival På Åhaga, which happens on November 14 at Åhaga in Borås, Sweden.
Confirmed since earlier are LILLA KROGEN BAND, DÅLIG ISOLERING and RADAR. 1 more band will be announced..
facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575140845128
FIRST-EVER LEX LEGION SHOW POSTPONED TO DECEMBER
Mikkey Dee
LEX LEGION's first-ever concert at Filmstudion in Göteborg, Sweden has been postponed from November 28 to December 11.
The band features former KING DIAMOND members Pete Blakk, Hal Patino, Andy LaRocque and Mikkey Dee, plus vocalist Nils K.Rue.
facebook.com/OfficialLexLegion
LIV SIN ANNOUNCES SWEDISH CO-HEADLINE TOUR WITH REXORIA
Swedish metal bands LiV SiN and REXORIA will do 3 co-headline dates in Sweden in September/October.facebook.com/livsinofficial | facebook.com/rexoriamusic
NEW EP WITH RUTS DC IN AUGUST
British punk rock veterans RUTS DC (aka The RUTS) will release their new EP, "Bound In Blood", on August 10. It will be available on 10" vinyl, CD and digital.rutsdc.bigcartel.com/product/bound | facebook.com/theruts
TOM KEIFER CANCELS SHOWS AFTER LOSING HIS SINGING VOICE
CINDERELLA frontman Tom Keifer has canceled the last 3 shows of his 2026 solo tour after completely losing his singing voice due to "a severe vocal muscle strain/injury".Affected dates are a July 30 stop at the Keswick Theatre in Glenside, Pennsylvania, an August 1 festival appearance at Beaver Dam, Kentucky's Rock The Dam, and Tom's previously rescheduled August 3 show at Houston, Texas's Warehouse Live Midtown.
degreed RELEASES THIN LIZZY COVER
Swedish rock band degreed have released their new single, "Still In Live With You", a THIN LIZZY cover and a tribute to Phil Lynott.ffm.to/degreed-stillinlovewithyou | facebook.com/degreedmusic
NEW LIVE VIDEO WITH DARK FUNERAL
Swedish black metal veterans DARK FUNERAL has unleashed "We Are The Apocalypse (Live in Stockholm)", the second single and official live video from the upcoming live album, "A Beast To Praise (Live at Fållan, Stockholm)", to be released worldwide on August 21 via Century Media Records.youtu.be/dYxV8H5xnbw | linktr.ee/darkfuneral
NEW SINGLE WITH AIRBOURNE
Australian hard rockers AIRBOURNE"s latest single, "Here She Comes", is out today (July 29). The song was co-written with Bryan Adams and Mutt Lange. It's single No. 5 from the band's forthcoming self-titled studio album, out September 4 via Spinefarm.youtu.be/8bO75LnGEc8?si=EWZyk1RT32ZiHwIC
EX-W.A.S.P. GUITARIST CHRIS HOLMES IS BATTLING PROSTATE CANCER
Former W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes has been diagnosed with prostate cancer.The 68-year-old musician, who successfully battled throat and neck cancer back in 2022, has begun radiotherapy for the most common cancer among men (after skin cancer) in France, where he has lived with his wife since 2014.
Chris's wife and manager Catherine Savean Holmes has launched a GoFundMe campaign to assist them in the mounting medical bills that they will incur while the guitarist is unable to tour.
gofundme.com/f/supporting-chris-holmes....
MOTÖRHEAD PARTNERS WITH KnuckleBonz360
KnuckleBonz has announced an official collaboration with MOTÖRHEAD to bring the legendary rock n roll icons into KnuckleBonz360 BackStage Experience, a first-of-its-kind immersive 3D digital platform launching summer 2026. The licensing agreement was brokered by Global Merchandising Services, the worldwide agent for MOTÖRHEAD.
KnuckleBonz360 is a digital platform featuring immersive 3D worlds built to celebrate the iconic imagery of great bands and artists. With more than 20 band worlds launching in 2026, KnuckleBonz360 BackStage Experience gives fans a place to connect with other fans, play mini-games, shop for exclusive collectibles, explore and see album art come to life.
knucklebonz.com/pages/knucklebonz360-x-testament
NEW SOLO ALBUM WITH TONY IOMMI IN OCTOBER
BMG Records are delighted to announce the worldwide release of the brand-new album from legendary BLACK SABBATH guitarist Tony Iommi, entitled "From The Dark". The album will be released on October 23, and sees Mr. Iommi joined throughout by Norwegian vocalist Jørn Lande (JORN, ex-MASTERPLAN), who shares writing credits on all songs, as well as bassist Becky Baldwin (FURY, MERCYFUL FATE) and drummer Karl Brazil.The first single, "World Alone", is out now digitally. There will also be a limited edition 7" vinyl single of "World Alone", backed exclusively with an instrumental version and housed in a deluxe, foiled sleeve which will be released on September 4. The song will also be available on the Gibson learn to play guitar app: gibson.app
youtu.be/IddUJxhDgZk?si=uWHJhda6WY63yLfb | tonyiommi.lnk.to/fromthedarkPR | iommi.com
THE DARKNESS ANNOUNCES IRISH DATES
UK rockers The DARKNESS are going to Ireland for 3 shows in December.Pre-sale tickets on sale July 29, general sale on July 30.
linktr.ee/thedarknessofficial
ALEX VAN HALEN AND DAVID LEE ROTH TO REUNITE AT TEDxFARGO
Former VAN HALEN members David Lee Roth and Alex Van Halen will join acclaimed artist Robert Vargas during the TEDxFargo event this Thursday, July 30 in Fargo, North Dakota. Roth and Van Halen are not expected to perform at the event.TONY IOMMI TEASES NEW MUSIC
Legendary BLACK SABBATH guitarist Tony Iommi is expected to reveal the first details of his long-in-the-works new solo album on Wednesday, July 29.Iommi will discuss his new solo music during a YouTube livestream on July 29 at 7:30 a.m. PDT / 10:30 a.m. EDT / 3:30 p.m. BST.
A short teaser for Tony's upcoming music video is available here: youtube.com/live/wnbYy-eZIxQ?si=pQXi-9H6zoDy1pGX
instagram.com/tonyiommi
SYSTEM OF A DOWN GOES DOWN UNDER WITH FAITH NO MORE
SYSTEM OF A DOWN will do some shows in Australia and New Zealand with FAITH NO MORE. This will happen in late January/early February 2027. General tickets on sale this Friday, July 31.systemofadown.com | fnm.com
NIGHTRAGE WORKING ON NEW MATERIAL
Greek melodic death metallers NIGHTRAGE are currently working on new songs for an upcoming album. So far they have written 10 demo songs, and have recorded 3 of them.The band is also searching for a new record label who can release the album.
facebook.com/nightrageofficial
SOCIAL DISTORTION ANNOUNCES LATIN AMERICAN TOUR
American punk rock veterans SOCIAL DISTORTION are going to do some dates in Latin America in November. They will play in Mexico, Argentina, Brazil and Chile.facebook.com/socialdistortion
NEW ALBUM WITH VÄRLDEN BRINNER IN SEPTEMBER
Swedish punk rockers VÄRLDEN BRINNER have been around for 10 years now, and will release a new album, "Som Oss", on September 25.
facebook.com/varldenbrinner
QUEEN's BUDAPEST CONCERT CELEBRATES 40th ANNIVERSARY
Sony Music Vision has announced that "Queen Budapest", the first Western stadium rock show to take place behind the Iron Curtain, and the final filmed QUEEN live performance, will be presented in cinemas and IMAX worldwide beginning October 7 through Trafalgar Releasing."Queen Budapest" will be released to mark the 40th anniversary of this pivotal moment in the band's history, and the film has been meticulously restored in 4K from the original filmed 35mm footage by Sir Peter Jackson's Park Road Post Production facility in New Zealand, with newly remixed audio from the original multitrack recordings to deliver the most immersive presentation of the performance to date.
The concert was captured on July 27, 1986, at Budapest's Népstadion, during the band's "The Magic Tour". In addition to 80,000 tickets selling out, an estimated 45,000 people listened to the group outside, and some fans had travelled from as far away as Russia and Poland to see the concert.
"Queen Budapest" is the last filmed live performance of the band with Freddie Mercury on vocals.
The concert film will be accompanied by a multi-format package via Hollywood Records in North America and Legacy Recordings, the catalog division of Sony Music, internationally on October 30. The soundtrack, newly remixed from the original multitrack by QUEEN's studio team, will be released alongside the Blu-ray, DVD, CD and digital editions as a 3LP vinyl set for the very first time.
queenbudapest.com
UK SUBS ANNOUNCE FINAL SHOW
British punk legends UK SUBS will celebrate their 50th anniversary next year. That will also be the last year for the band, and the final show will happen at Shepherd's Bush Empire in London, UK on September 25, 2027. Very special guests will be GBH and SUBHUMANS. Tickets are available now.There will be lots of shows before that final date though. Several tour dates in the UK have been announced from November 2026 to June 2027.
facebook.com/UKSubs
EX-ACCEPT BASSIST PETER BALTES HOSPITALIZED AFTER FALL FROM STAGE
Former ACCEPT bassist Peter Baltes has been hospitalized after suffering 3 rib fractures due to a serious fall from the stage during DIRKSCHNEIDER's July 25 concert at Pyraser Classic Rock Night at Pyraser Landbrauerei, a brewery in the Thalmässing district of Pyras, Germany. Guitarist Alen Brentini also was involved in this accident, and he suffered several severe contusions and other injuries. Fortunately, despite this, Alen is in a condition to continue performing. Peter on the other hand will probably not to be able to perform for a longer period.Despite these difficult circumstances, DIRKSCHNEIDER will continue to perform the scheduled shows as planned.
facebook.com/udoonline
SICK OF IT ALL FRONTMAN LOU KOLLER IS DEAD
Vocalist Lou Koller of New York hardcore legends SICK OF IT ALL has died after a long battle with an esophageal tumor. He was 59 years old.Koller announced in September 2025 that his cancer had returned just 4 months after celebrating being declared cancer-free. A benefit concert supporting Koller's battle with esophageal cancer was held on November 23, 2024 at Irving Plaza in New York City.
instagram.com/sickofitallnyc/?....
YET ANOTHER MUSIC VIDEO FROM FATAL VISION
Canadian melodic rock band FATAL VISION unveil the official music video for "Maybe Someday", another chapter from their latest studio album, "Four Sides to Every Story", available now worldwide via Escape Music.youtube.com/watch?v=237zvzi1mqo | the-music-shop.net | fatalvisionmusic.com
MADBALL SHARES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
New York hardcore legends MADBALL have released the official music video for their song "Don't MisStep". The track is taken from the band's 10th studio album, "Not Your Kingdom", which came out on July 24 via Nuclear Blast.youtu.be/Blu3GYwIDo0?si=brXlYGEeCxhkcLdD
HOLE TO REISSUE 3 FIRST ALBUMS
American rock icons HOLE has announced new physical reissues of its influential first 3 albums - "Pretty On The Inside" (1991), "Live Through This" (1994) and "Celebrity Skin" (1998) - out September 18 via UMe. These records will be available in multiple configurations, including 1LP black vinyl, 1LP exclusive color vinyl, 1LP zoetrope vinyl, CD and more.In addition, exclusive Record Store Day Essential color vinyl editions of all 3 albums will be available at independent retail on October 23.
NEW SINGLE WITH SLADE GUITARIST DAVE HILL
Dave Hill, founding lead guitarist of SLADE, has released "Play It To The Crowd", the first single from his eagerly anticipated debut solo album, "Dirty Foot Lane", due out October 30.youtu.be/CUkEY2-JI18?si=a1gf_nYdnZKahVfq
NEW LIVE ALBUM WITH BERNIE MARSDEN IN AUGUST
The fifth and final album in Bernie Marsden's "Inspirations" series, "Stage", will be released on August 21 through Conquest Music.The live album will be available in a limited-edition 2LP, gatefold sleeve set and 2CD deluxe digipack with a 16-page booklet. It will also be available on digital platforms.
"Stage" features 4 different concerts, with each dedicated a side of vinyl.
berniemarsden.tmstor.es
DAVID LEE ROTH CANCELS REMAINING SUMMER TOUR DATES
David Lee Roth has canceled all but 1 of the remaining dates of his current U.S. tour.The legendary VAN HALEN frontman kicked off the trek in April and later added several new shows to his tour schedule, which at one point ran through early September.
According to David's official web site, only his previously announced August 7 appearance in Sturgis, South Dakota remains on the schedule.
No reason was given for the cancelations, but there have been reports of empty seats at multiple Roth dates in June and July, leading to speculation that low ticket sales may have contributed to the decision to call of the shows.
davidleeroth.com/tour
DROPDEAD ANNOUNCES U.S. DATES
American hardcore/punk veterans DROPDEAD will do 5 shows in USA together with AGONISTA and LIFE ABUSE in August.KING DIAMOND PARTS WAYS WITH ANDY LA ROCQUE, WELCOME GUS G.
After 40 years KING DIAMOND and guitarist Andy La Rocque have mutually decided to part ways.The band welcome Gus G. (FIREWIND, solo, ex-Ozzy Osbourne etc) as their new guitarist.
facebook.com/kingdiamond
NEW SINGLE WITH DIAMOND RAIN
After the huge success of DIAMOND RAIN's first single, "Naked City", with almost 90.000 views for the video in the first 3 weeks on Youtube, the band returns today (July 24) with single and video No.2, "I Need Love".DIAMOND RAIN is a new melodic rock band in the 80s tradition, and their debut album, "Chapter One", will be released on October 23 via Pride & Joy Music.
youtu.be/UjzdhDQqhIY
MINISTRY ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM AND EUROPEAN TOUR WITH DIE KRUPPS
Industrial metal pioneers MINISTRY have announced the "Goodbye Europe Tour" with special guests DIE KRUPPS. The tour begins in April, and general tickets go on sale Monday, July 27.MINSITRY will also deliver their last studio album, "Hate To Go (Take Out Or Delivery)", on October 30 through Cleopatra Records.
lnk.to/MINISTRY-THEFINALTOUREUROPE | ministryband.com | diekrupps.com
DISCHARGE ANNOUNCES IRISH DATES
UK d-beat hardcore/punk legends DISCHARGE are going to Ireland in March 2027 for 2 shows.
March 5 - Sports Club, Ulster
March 6 - Lost Lane, Dublin
facebook.com/Dischargeofficial
NEW SINGLE WITH DEFENDER
German heavy metal band DEFENDER return with "Follow The Flame", the first single from their highly anticipated second album, "Titans Of Fire", set for release on November 6 through Metalapolis Records.youtu.be/q0XBAq0Xp3Q?si=mKCFTnCH4XL03jmF | defender-metal.de | metalapolis.eu
NEW SINGLE WITH METALITE
Swedish melodic metal act METALITE release a music video for their brand new single "Echoes Of You". It's another taste of their upcoming album, "Discovery", which will be released on September 25 via PERCEPTION.metalite.rpm.link/echoesPR | metalite.rpm.link/discoveryPR | metalite.se | perception.music
RAMONES TO BE HONORED WITH HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME STAR
RAMONES have officially been selected as part of the Hollywood Walk Of Fame Class of 2027 in the Recording category. The legendary punk rock band is being recognized for its enduring influence on music since forming in 1974, adding another milestone to its lasting legacy.facebook.com/theramones
VOIVOD ANNOUNCES U.S. TOUR
Canadian sci-fi metal legends VOIVOD are going on a U.S. tour in October together with BAT.voivod.com
RHAPSODY TO PLAY FINAL SHOWS AT 70000 TONS OF METAL
70000 Tons Of Metal - the world's biggest heavy metal cruise - announces a unique performance from RHAPSODY Final Shows, featuring Fabio Lione and Luca Turilli, as part of the renowned metal festival cruise in 2027. With the exception of the Final Shows in Latin America and during 70000 Tons Of Metal, the band will no longer feature a lineup including Fabio and Luca in the future.The United Nations of Heavy Metal at Sea will also welcome PRIMAL FEAR back for next year's cruise. Among the other artists confirmed so far are ARCH ENEMY, BRAINSTORM, ENFORCER, EVERGREY, MOONSPELL, OBSCURA, Uli Jon Roth, WARBRINGER etc.
70000 Tons Of Metal 2027 will sail from Miami, FL to Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic and back from January 14-18, 2027, aboard Royal Caribbean's luxury cruise ship Freedom Of The Seas.
70000tons.com
YET ANOTHER SINGLE WITH BLUTGOTT
German metal universe (as they call it) BLUTGOTT continue to deliver new singles, and the latest is "Fall Of The Skull Mountain (Debauchery version)". It's the opening track from their upcoming album, "Death Of The Bloodking", which will be released on October 30.youtube.com/watch?v=zuX3tEjNCK0 | blutgott.com
EX-AC/DC DRUMMER CHRIS SLADE INJURED AND CAN'T PLAY
Former AC/DC drummer Chris Slade has injured his ribs and is unable to drum this weekend. So The CHRIS SLADE TIMELINE will not be performing at Brudstock Festival on Saturday, July 25.facebook.com/ChrisSladeACDC
LEATHER LEONE STEP BACK FROM MUSIC
Leather Leone, the powerhouse heavy metal singer who first gained fame in the 1980s as frontwoman for guitarist David T. Chastain's band CHASTAIN, revealed that she is taking a break from playing shows and working on new music-related projects.Listen to a new interview with Leather Leone (by Ada of Poisoned Rock) to find out more: youtu.be/JEgMH6mQb4c?si=GPKpuSSDQM-yv5yK
AGNOSTIC FRONT RELEASE NEW MUSIC VIDEO
NYC's hardcore pioneers AGNOSTIC FRONT have released the official video for "Divided", taken from the band's latest album, "Echoes In Eternity", released in 2025 via Reigning Phoenix Music.The music video arrives as AGNOSTIC FRONT prepare to embark on a summer tour across Europe. The second leg of their summer dates kicks off in Töging am Inn, Germany on July 25.
youtu.be/LpzgsdzQXas?si=ol7erkLryRjr5ihZ | agnosticfront.com | reigningphoenixmusic.com
NEW ALBUM WITH AMON AMARTH IN OCTOBER
Swedish death metal vikings AMON AMARTH will release their new album, "The Allfather Awakens", on October 2 via Metal Blade Records.
The second single, "Gjallarhorn", is out now.
youtu.be/-Y0OKTuMICM?si=UfTImNl-GSLGJtRc | amonamarth.com
DELUXE EDITON OF TANK's "Filth Hounds Of Hades"
NWOBHM band TANK released their debut album, "Filth Hounds Of Hades", in 1982, and it was produced by MOTÖRHEAD guitarist "Fast" Eddie Clarke. Now a deluxe edition will be released on CD and vinyl on August 14 via Cleopatra Records.Trailed today (July 22) by a thrilling video, "Turn Your Head Around", this new edition of "Filth Hounds Of Hades", is the ultimate document of TANK's first year or so, appending the original album with the band's very first demo (also overseen by Clarke); the clutch of alternate versions and non-album gems that made it onto the band's first 2 singles; and a John Peel radio session recorded shortly after the album's release, in March 1982. It is then topped off by what remains one of the most thrilling live recordings of the entire NWOBHM era, 8 tumultuous tracks taped in Dortmund, Germany, during TANK's maiden European tour.
This is the first release in a series of TANK reissues on their way from Cleopatra Records.
youtu.be/JHPaEjU71c0?si=RKOCfjd0LH6RDo2A | cleorecs.com
NEW ALBUM WITH FORBIDDEN IN OCTOBER
San Francisco Bay Area thrash metal pioneers FORBIDDEN will release their new, self-titled album on October 23 via BLKIIBLK. It will be their first new album since 2010's "Omega Wave".To celebrate the announcement and offer fans a taste of what to expect, FORBIDDEN unleashes their new single, "Psyclops", alongside an official video.
youtu.be/UC-62rubZXU?si=1xCNWrR2MKa4JsXO
HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES SHARE NEW VIDEO
Alice Cooper
HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES - the rock supergroup consisting of Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp, Joe Perry and Tommy Henriksen - recently announced "At Montreux Jazz Festival", a powerful live document from their legendary 2018 performance at the Montreux Jazz Festival, including several cover versions that had not previously been released by HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES. It arrives digitally on August 7 and on CD and vinyl on October 16 via earMUSIC.
The second song from the live album, "Ace Of Spades", is now online.
youtu.be/YIJth479y4w?si=YSdAmsl76_6RipQ4 | hollywoodvampires.com
IN FLAMES RETURN TO NORTH AMERICA IN THE END OF THE YEAR
Swedish metal band IN FLAMES are coming back to North America in November/December.FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY will be support act from November 5-18. ORBIT CULTURE will be support act from November 20 to December 19.
inflames.com
50th ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF JUDAS PRIEST's "Sad Wings Of Destiny"
Exciter Records has announced the release of JUDAS PRIEST's "Sad Wings Of Destiny (Original 1976 Masters)", a newly restored 50th-anniversary archival edition that will make its debut in CD format exclusively at merchandise stands during JUDAS PRIEST's "Faithkeepers" summer 2026 European tour.This landmark restoration returns to the original 1976 analog stereo master tapes to present the album's original mixes with exceptional fidelity and clarity while preserving the sound, dynamics, and character that established "Sad Wings Of Destiny" as a cornerstone of heavy metal history.
This anniversary edition also restores the band's intended running order, opening with "Prelude" and allowing listeners to experience the album as it was originally conceived in 1976.
ANOTHER SINGLE FROM KING ULTRAMEGA
KING ULTRAMEGA, the all-star tribute project honoring the music and legacy of Chris Cornell, returns with its latest single, "Birth Ritual", a reimagining of the SOUNDGARDEN deep cut originally featured on the legendary "Singles" movie soundtrack. Arriving 1 day after what would have been Cornell's 58th birthday (July 20), the release also lands amid the continued celebration of the "Singles" 30th anniversary, adding another layer of meaning to a track forever tied to the film, its era-defining soundtrack and the Seattle sound Cornell helped shape.The new version brings together Matt Cameron, the legendary SOUNDGARDEN drummer who co-wrote and performed on the original track, Mark Menghi (bass and producer), plus Lzzy Hale (vocals) and Joe Hottinger (guitar) of HALESTORM.
kingum.rpm.link/birthritualPR | kingultramega.com
NEW ALBUM WITH HATEBREED IN NOVEMBER
Connecticut hardcore/metal veterans HATEBREED will release their new studio album, "Fatal Paradox", on November 6 via BLKIIBLK.Get a taste of the album with the lead track "Kill Count Increase", which is out now.
youtu.be/A1xcFqhfVYk?si=sd7-i2GO4t6t_tiY
WACKEN OPEN AIR IS SOLD OUT
The Wacken Open Air 2026 is official sold out. All 85,000 tickets for the 35th edition of the festival taking place from July 29 to August 1 have been sold.wacken.com
NEW ALBUM WITH UNCLE ACID AND THE DEADBEATS IN SEPTEMBER
Cult rockers UNCLE ACID AND THE DEADBEATS have announced that they will be releasing a new album, called "Shapes Of Midnight", and it will be out on September 18 via Killer Candy Records. The album features 8 new tracks that were inspired by Edgar Allen Poe's "The Masque Of Red Death".The band has also released a lyric video for the title track.
youtu.be/kBbSILN0InI?si=9XWjyApKkjblG3w5
ARCH ENEMY, BRAINSTORM AND WARBRINGER CONFIRMED FOR 70000 TONS OF METAL CRUISE
Old photo of ARCH ENEMY
The first acts for the 2027 edition of the 70000 Tons Of Metal cruise have been announced. And among them are ARCH ENEMY, BRAINSTORM, WARBRINGER, ENFORCER, EVERGREY etc.
The ship will sail from Miami, FL to Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic and back on January 14-18, 2027.
70000tons.com
MARKY RAMONE TO PLAY RAMONES CLASSICS
Former RAMONES drummer Marky Ramone is going on a short tour in the States, where he will be playing RAMONES classics with his band for 5 shows in November.markyramone.com/tour
VIOLET PARTS WAYS WITH BASSIST
German AOR band VIOLET announce that bass player Eric will leave the band. His last live show with VIOLET will be this Saturday (July 25) at 48er Festival in Herrenberg.facebook.com/violetAORofficial
ANTICHRIST MAGAZINE TO RELEASE "A Tribute To METALLICA"
Antichrist Magazine will release "A Tribute To METALLICA" on August 7, bringing together 17 bands from 14 countries in celebration of METALLICA. The compilation will be available on Bandcamp and YouTube.antichrist-magazine.bandcamp.com
CROWBAR CANCEL EUROPEAN TOUR
CROWBAR has canceled its previously announced summer 2026 "Confess To Nothing" European tour due to the "physical health" of the band's frontman Kirk Windstein.The 12-date trek was scheduled to kick off on July 27 at the Rockstadt Extreme Fest in Braşov, Romania and conclude on August 7 at the Alcatraz Metal Festival in Kortrijk, Belgium.
Kirk have a bilateral synovial cyst on his spine that is beginning to flare up again and it's giving him a lot of problems. He will begin physical therapy tomorrow morning (July 21).
Video message from Kirk: facebook.com/watch/crowbarmusic/?ref=embed_video
GIRLSCHOOL TO CELEBRATE 50 WITH NEW ALBUM IN 2028
The longest-tenured all-female hard rock band and NWOBHM legends GIRLSCHOOL are planning to celebrate their 50th anniversary in 2028 with the release of a new studio album. They are also planning a big tour the same year.
TITLE OF NEW ALBUM WITH SAXON REVEALED
SAXON guitarist Brian Tatler confirmed to Neil Jones of TotalRock at this past weekend's Maid Of Stone festival at Mote Park, Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom that the band's upcoming studio album will be called "Gods Of Thunder". Frontman Biff Byford has previously revealed that the album will be released on January 22, 2027.
Last month, SAXON announced the first U.K. and Ireland leg of their "Gods Of Thunder" world tour, with further international dates set to be revealed in the coming months. Adding to the excitement, the band will revive its legendary 30-foot mechanized Eagle for all U.K. and Ireland shows, with the exception of Cardiff due to venue restrictions. Fans can also expect the return of SAXON's celebrated "Castles & Eagles" stage production, promising one of the most spectacular live presentations in the band's history.
Tour dates: saxon747.com
L7 BASSIST JENNIFER FINCH IS DEAD
L7 bassist Jennifer Finch has died after a battle with an aggressive form of brain cancer. She was 59 years old.After Finch revealed her cancer diagnosis and dropped out of the band's final tour on July 13, a GoFundMe campaign raised over $375,000 to pay for in-home nursing care, medical equipment, physical and speech therapy, home-care expenses and to help finish a "creative project" that was due in 2027.
facebook.com/jenniferpreciousfinch
BONAFIDE ANNOUNCES SWEDISH TOUR DATES
Swedish hard rockers BONAFIDE continue to celebrate their 20th anniversary with some tour dates in Sweden during the coming months.
facebook.com/Bonafiderocks
BIRMINGHAM TO CELEBRATE FIRST "Ozzy Day" NEXT WEEK
On Wednesday, July 22, Birmingham will come together to honor one of its greatest cultural icons as the city celebrates the first "Ozzy Day" - a free program of live music, public art, special performances and shared moments celebrating the life, legacy and Birmingham roots of the Prince Of Darkness.Ozzy's death certificate revealed that he died on July 22, 2025 of a heart attack. The certificate filed in London also said Osbourne suffered from coronary artery disease and Parkinson's disease.
SUPERGROUP WITH MEMBERS FROM UK SUBS, PETER AND THE TEST TUBE BABIES AND RAMONAS
DERIK & THE DISASTERS is a new British punk group with Charlie Harper from UK SUBS, Del Greening from PETER AND THE TEST TUBE BABIES, Vicky Smith from The RAMONAS, and Marley Perez. Their debut LP is due around October from Damaged Goods Records.facebook.com/derikandthedisasters | facebook.com/DamagedGoodsRecords
ROLLING STONES No. 1 IN THE UK
It's been announced that The ROLLING STONES have hit the No.1 spot on the UK album charts with their new album, "Foreign Tongues", making it their 15th Official Number 1 album.In addition the album is also No.1 in Germany, France, Netherlands, Austria and Belgium.
facebook.com/therollingstones
THE EXPLOITED ANNOUNCES WEST COAST USA TOUR DATES
Scottish punk legends The EXPLOITED will be doing some shows on the U.S. West Coast in September.facebook.com/TheExploitedOfficialFanPage
SEBASTIAN BACH TO APPEAR AT "The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary Celebration Of Life Concert"
Reigning Phoenix Music and Hasbro have announced that former SKID ROW singer Sebastian Bach will participate in "The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary Celebration Of Life Concert". The special live event will take place on Thursday, July 23 at the House Of Blues in San Diego during Comic-Con week. The show is part of Hasbro's "Apology Tour", a playful, year-long campaign celebrating the 40th anniversary of "The Transformers: The Movie".Featuring music from "The Transformers: The Movie: The Soundtrack: The Reformatted Edition" performed live by KNIGHTS OF UNICRON, the show will also feature appearances by Stan Bush, Vince DiCola and more.
The concert also features COLD SLITHER, who returns to the stage after last year's live debut at Comic-Con, bringing their loud and rebellious sound straight from the world of G.I. Joe; and JEM AND THE HOLOGRAMS, featuring original singer Britta Phillips.
universe.com/events/the-transformers-the-movie-40th....
COLLECTION OF EARLY DAVID BOWIE RECORDINGS
Parlophone is going to release a collection of some of David Bowie's earliest recordings."The Shel Tamy Recordings" were cut in 1965 with producer Shel Talmy (The KINKS, The WHO etc). The record includes the various backing bands for Bowie at the time: Davie Jones and The LOWER THIRD, Davie Jones, and The MANNISH BOYS (which features Jimmy Page on guitar).
The CD version has 10 bonus tracks of unreleased material, and it's out on September 18.
BOOK ABOUT ATTENTAT
A new book about Gothenburg, Sweden punk rock veterans ATTENTAT is planned to be released in September. The title is "Pilsner, Punk & Poesi", and it will tell their 48-year story.
You can pre-order it here: vildhallon.com/bocker/forhandsbestall
attentat.nu
CLASSIC THE WHO ALBUMS TO BE MADE AVAILABLE AS DEFINITIVE AUDIOPHILE EDITIONS
Analogue Productions has announced an expansive new series of definitive audiophile reissues from THE WHO, spotlighting 4 of the band's most essential recordings: "My Generation" (1965), "Live At Leeds" (1970), "Tommy" (1969) and "Who's Next" (1971). Spanning the explosive early years of what would become one of the most celebrated bands of rock n roll, these releases present each album in its highest-fidelity form across multiple premium formats, including 180-gram 45 RPM vinyl, Hybrid SACD, Ultra High Quality Record (UHQR) editions, and Ultra Tape reel-to-reel.facebook.com/AcousticSoundsInc/posts/1524803....
TORANAGA UK SIGNS WITH FIREFLASH RECORDS
British thrash metal band TORANAGA UK, who were active as TORNAGA in the late 80s and early 90s, have signed with Fireflash Records.NEW SINGLE WITH MARILYN MANSON
Marilyn Manson will release his new album "One Assassination Under God - Chapter 2", co-produced and co-written with Tyler Bates, on August 14 via Nuclear Blast Records. The LP's second single, "Front Toward Enemy", has just been made available on all streaming platforms.youtu.be/77mvitp8ROw?si=g7BvzY7RqRSkSm-C
"Gene Simmons Legends Of Rock Expo" RESCHEDULED FOR MAY 2027
Due to a major scheduling conflict, "Gene Simmons Legends Of Rock Expo", which was originally set to take place September 25-27 at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, has been rescheduled for May 14–16, 2027 at the same venue.legendsofrockexpo.com
AVULSED RELEASES 4TH SINGLE FROM UPCOMING COVERS ALBUM
Spanish death metal veterans AVULSED's journey through the darkest roots of Scandinavian death metal reaches its 4th chapter, with a brutal rendition of "Spawn Of Flesh", taken from the demo recorded by Sweden's MACABRE END (pre-GOD MACABRE) in 1990.The album, "Nordic Embryogenesis", is scheduled for September 9 via Xtreem Music.
youtu.be/Lq7c1-ZTu2w | facebook.com/avulsed1991 | xtreemmusic.com
CASTLE RELEASE NEW LYRIC VIDEO AND ANNOUNCE JAPAN TOUR
U.S./Canadian heavy doom trio CASTLE have released a lyric video for "Burn The Messenger", the closing track from the upcoming album "Carrie Chains", scheduled for release on September 4 through Hammerheart Records.CASTLE have also announced a new Japan tour, their first since 2016, that includes a 2-night headline stint at the Tokyo Doom Fest which will feature 2 unique sets. In addition the band have previously announced a U.S. run, scheduled for September and October.
youtube.com/watch?v=2g3-WtjtZsM | castlesf.lnk.to/carriechains | heavycastle.com
ONSLAUGHT ANNOUNCES EUROPEAN TOUR
British thrash veterans ONSLAUGHT will be touring across Europe in October. They will be joined by special guests The PROPEHECY 23 and TORANAGA UK."The Force From Hell Tour" will tear through 17 cities across 8 countries.
facebook.com/onslaughtuk
MAYHEM ANNOUNCES EURO TOUR WITH MARDUK
Norwegian black metal legends MAYHEM are going on a European tour in October, where they will be joined by special guests MARDUK.thetruemayhem.com/live | facebook.com/Mardukofficial
SLADE's JIM LEA TO RELEASE AUTOBIOGRAPHY IN OCTOBER
SLADE bassist and co-songwriter Jim Lea will release his autobiography, "How Does It Feel? Slade And Beyond", on October 22 via Omnibus Press.In this deeply personal memoir, Lea reflects on his life and music through heartfelt vignettes, rare memorabilia and previously untold stories.
facebook.com/JimLeaMusic/posts/18072299....
GHOST ANNOUNCES ANOTHER FILM
GHOST have announced their second collaboration with Trafalgar Releasing, "2 Big To Rig", which was captured live on 16mm film over the course of GHOST's 2 sold-out shows at Mexico City's Palacio De Los Deportes. The film transports the viewer through time and space to a spot in the crowd of nearly 40,000 who witnessed those darkly magical nights in September 2025.
In contrast to 2024's "Rite Here Rite Now", "2 Big To Rig" focuses exclusively on the GHOST live ritual. From behind-the-scenes interludes showcasing the crew members that make the band's theatrical vision into nightly reality to the only pro-shot footage of mesmerizing frontman Papa V Perpetua and his band of Nameless Ghouls.
"2 Big To Rig" will be released in cinemas and IMAX worldwide, beginning Wednesday, August 26 for a limited time only. Tickets will officially be on sale Thursday, July 23. For updates on screenings, showtimes, and to sign up for further information, go to: 2bigtorig.com
NEW SINGLE WITH ÅSKVÄDER
Swedish rock band ÅSKVÄDER release a new single, "Salt".found.ee/askvadersalt | facebook.com/askvaderband
CHELSEA ANNOUNCES CANADIAN TOUR
British punk veterans CHELSEA are going to Canada for a short 4-date tour in April 2027.facebook.com/ChelseaPunkbandOfficial
ANTHRAX AND Z2 REUNITES FOR AN ORIGINAL GRAPHIC ALBUM
Thrash metal pioneers ANTHRAX have reunited with Z2 for "NOT: The Illustrated Oral History Of Anthrax", an original graphic album that transforms the band's legendary 4-decade journey into a fully illustrated rollercoaster ride. Featuring candid, firsthand stories from guitarist Scott Ian, drummer Charlie Benante, bassist Frank Bello, singer Joey Belladonna and guitarist Jon Donais, the graphic album captures the band's most unforgettable moments, onstage triumphs, backstage chaos, and enduring legacy in sequential art form.
Arriving March 16, 2027, the release also features cover art by acclaimed artists Brian Bolland, J.G. Jones and Kevin McVeigh, and includes a limited-edition "Notman" 12" picture disc.
z2comics.com/anthraxcollection | anthrax.com
NEW BAND WITH TOMMY THAYER AND DAN REED
SHOGUN MOJO is a new collaboration that brings together KISS guitarist Tommy Thayer and acclaimed singer/songwriter Dan Reed (DAN REED NETWORK), joined by bassist Bengan Jonasson and drummer Robert Mehmet Ikiz. They blend rock n roll, funk, fusion, and the raw energy of classic 70s rock.The band have signed with Frontiers Music Srl, and they will release the band's debut album. More details about that soon..
facebook.com/frontiersmusicsrl
BLACK FLAG CELEBRATES 50 WITH U.S. TOUR
American punk legends BLACK FLAG will launch an extensive U.S. tour on September 3 at the Belly Up in Aspen, Colorado, concluding on November 1 at the House of Blues in Houston, Texas. The tour spans more than 45 cities nationwide, with stops across the Mountain West, Midwest, East Coast, Southeast, Southwest, and California.Founding BLACK FLAG guitarist Greg Ginn is joined in the band's current lineup by Max Zanelly on lead vocals, David Rodriguez on bass, and Bryce Weston on drums.
Additional performances are planned for January and April 2027, including dates in California, Washington, Oregon, Colorado, and other markets.
blackflagband.com
FLOTSAM AND JETSAM RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
American thrash metal pioneers FLOTSAM AND JETSAM have released the official music video for "Harvesting The Hate", the second single from their upcoming album, "Rats In The Temple", which is due on August 28 via Napalm Records.youtu.be/MKYJ1hX_fIg?si=p7CAd4bT10MKmCNE
RAM ANNOUNCES SPANISH TOUR DATES
Swedish heavy metal band RAM are going to Spain for 4 shows in December.
facebook.com/RAMheavymetal
NEW SONG WITH SARCATOR
Swedish metal band SARCATOR release the first single and title track from their forthcoming 4th studio album, "The Ones We Follow".The album will arrive on October 30 via Reigning Phoenix Music.
sarcator.rpm.link/theonesPR | sarcator.rpm.link/followalbumPR | sarcator.com | reigningphoenixmusic.com
NEW ALBUM WITH DEAD EXPRESS IN SEPTEMBER
Swedish action rockers DEAD EXPRESS will return with their fifth album, "Almost Forever", on September 18.orcd.co/dex006 | deadexpress.bandcamp.com
QUIET RIOT IN SEARCH OF A NEW VOCALIST
American singer Jizzy Pearl has announced that once all booked shows for hard rock/heavy metal veterans QUIET RIOT are completed he is leaving the band.QUIET RIOT is currently accepting submissions for a new vocalist within North America for 2027 and beyond.
facebook.com/quietriot | facebook.com/jizzypearlofficial
NEW ALBUM WITH REVEL IN FLESH IN SEPTEMBER
Old school death metallers REVEL IN FLESH will release their 6th full-length album, "Flesh For The Kult Of Death", on September 18.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100044540135116
MANOWAR ANNOUNCES ITALIAN DATES
MANOWAR will take their "Kings Of Metal Fighting The World Tour" to Bergamo, Italy in the end of March 2027.On Friday, March 26 they will perform the entire "Kings Of Metal" album from the first note to the last.
On Saturday, March 27 they will perform the entire "Fighting The World" album.
manowar.com
NEW ALBUM WITH HOSTILIA IN OCTOBER
Swedish thrashers HOSTILIA are going to deliver a new album, "The Curse Of Khamun", on October 23 through Hammerheart Records.
facebook.com/hostiliathrash | hammerheart.com
THE OBSESSED SIGNS WITH HEAVY PSYCH SOUNDS RECORDS
American doom metal icons The OBSESSED have inked a worldwide deal with Heavy Psych Sounds Records for the release of their new studio album in 2027.TWISTED SISTER ALTER EGO BENT BROTHER ANNOUNCES ONE-OFF CONCERT IN NEW JERSEY
BENT BROTHER - affectionately known as "TWISTED SISTER's evil twin" (essentially a less theatrical version of the real thing) - has announced a one-off concert for Friday, August 28 at the Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, New Jersey.starlandballroom.com/events/detail/1521470 | facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1627....
NEW SINGLE WITH QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE
QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE have returned with a new single, "Easy Street".youtu.be/6gm9IWUuus0?si=X23grD_A3f6c-1hQ
CRADLE OF FILTH ANNOUNCES NORTH AMERICAN TOUR WITH MOONSPELL AND WORM
British extreme metal veterans CRADLE OF FILTH have announced the second leg of their "Majestic In Death" North American tour. Set to take place this fall, the trek will feature support from MOONSPELL, WORM and BLACK SATELLITE.
The "Majestic In Death II" tour will celebrate the 30th anniversary of CRADLE OF FILTH's 1996 album "Dusk… And Her Embrace", with the band promising to perform select tracks from the landmark release throughout the tour.
The tour will kick off on September 29 in San Diego, California and include stops in Seattle, Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, New York City, Boston, Cleveland, and more before wrapping up October 28 in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Presales will begin Thursday, July 16, with the general on-sale following on Friday, July 17.
instagram.com/cradleoffilth/?utm_source=ig....
SOULFLY ANNOUNCES U.S. TOUR WITH NAILBOMB AND INCITE
SOULFLY will return to American in the fall. The 25-date U.S. trek kicks off with a featured festival appearance at Louder Than Life, with performances in Dallas, Salt Lake City, and West Hollywood before wrapping up with a massive hometown headline show in Tempe, Arizona, on October 15.Joining the lineup is industrial sludge/crust punk outfit NAILBOMB and Richie Cavalera's INCITE.
NEW ALBUM WITH CLOVEN HOOF IN SEPTEMBER
Heavy/power metal veterans CLOVEN HOOF will release their 10th studio album, "Never A Prophet In Your Own Land", on September 25 via High Roller Records.facebook.com/clovenhoof1979 | facebook.com/hrrecords
IRON MAIDEN MERGES WITH POPHOUSE
Pophouse Entertainment, the pioneering global entertainment and music investment firm, has formally announced its partnership with British heavy metal band IRON MAIDEN, acquiring a stake in the publishing and master music rights, and the name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights. Rooted in a shared creative vision, the partnership - which has been structured and developed over the last year between Pophouse and the band's co-manager Andy Taylor - will enable IRON MAIDEN to pursue new creative ventures that connect with existing fans as well as bringing their extensive catalogue to new audiences. Billboard reports that Pophouse has acquired a 50% "stake" in the assets; further terms were not disclosed.L7 BASSIST JENNIFER FINCH DIAGNOSED WITH AGGRESSIVE BRAIN CANCER
Jennifer Finch, bassist of American alternative rock band L7, have been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer. She is currently undergoing treatment, and will not be able to join the band for their "Last Horrah Tour" in USA.Friends, family and L7 have launched a GoFundMe page for Jennifer.
gofund.me/a4cfdb622 | facebook.com/L7theband
THE HELLACOPTERS TEAM UP WITH GLUECIFER FOR AUSTRALIAN TOUR
The HELLACOPTERS
Swedish action rockers The HELLACOPTERS and Norwegian action rockers GLUECIFER will do 4 dates together in Australia in March 2027.
hardlinemedia.net | linktr.ee/thehellacopters | facebook.com/glueciferofficial
THE LINDA LINDAS ANNOUNCES NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
Young American pop punks The LINDA LINDAS have announced a North American headlining tour in support of their forthcoming third album, "Gotta Get Out", due August 28 via Reprise/Warner Records.The tour kicks off September 16 in Sacramento and runs through November 5 in Tucson, with stops in Chicago, Philadelphia, Boston, Brooklyn, Toronto, Atlanta, Orlando, Dallas, Austin, and more.
facebook.com/TheLindaLindas
EX-MORBID ANGEL DRUMMER/VOCALIST MIKE BROWNING IS DEAD
Former MORBID ANGEL and NOCTURNUS drummer/vocalist Mike Browning has died at the age of 62.MEZZROW TO RECORD NEW ALBUM
Swedish thrash veterans MEZZROW have been working on some new songs during the last months, and will enter the studio on Saturday (July 18) to begin recording a new album, with the working title "From The Depths They Come". The album is scheduled for a release in February/March 2027 through Fireflash Records.
facebook.com/mezzrowsweden
BUZZCOCKS ADDS MORE DATES TO NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
British punk rock legends BUZZCOCKS have added more dates to their North American tour, where they will celebrate their 50th anniversary from September to November.buzzcocks.com/events
ALICE COOPER ANNOUNCES NEW NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
Alice Cooper announces new Fall 2026 tour dates in North America. These dates will happen from October 27 to November 21. Presale tickets are available tomorrow, July 14. General On Sale this Friday, July 17.
alicecooper.com/tour
LION'S SHARE TO RE-RELEASE "Dark Hours"
Following the release of their critically acclaimed comeback album "Inferno" earlier this year, Swedish heavy metal veterans LION'S SHARE now return to one of the landmark releases of their career with a long-awaited reissue of their classic 2009 album "Dark Hours". It has never before been available on vinyl, but will also be released on CD. The release date is August 28 through Metalville Records.The official video for the opening track, "Judas Must Die", can be viewed here: youtube.com/watch?v=eEB43018nxA
lionsshare.org | metalville-shop.com
NEW VIDEO FROM KISSING KAOS
American hard rockers KISSING KAOS just dropped the brand new music video for "Tear It Down", one of the heaviest hitters from the band's debut album, "To Your Limit" (out now).youtu.be/kkHxcca690w?si=jp213cu9taDPjXhx | facebook.com/kissingkaosband
SUPERSUCKERS TEAM UP WITH NASHVILLE PUSSY AND NINE POUND HAMMER FOR AUSTRALIAN TOUR
NASHVILLE PUSSY (shit old photo)
SUPERSUCKERS join NASHVILLE PUSSY and NINE POUND HAMMER for the "Superpussy" tour in Australia in February 2027.
facebook.com/supersuckers | facebook.com/NSPSY | facebook.com/ninepoundhammerband
W.A.S.P.'s "I Wanna Be Somebody" PLAYED 10 MILLON TIMES ON APPLE MUSIC
The W.A.S.P. classic "I Wanna Be Somebody" have been played 10 million times on Apple Music.music.apple.com | waspnation.com
NEW SINGLE WITH DOGHOUSE ROSE
Toronto power pop/melodic punk rockers DOGHOUSE ROSE have released a new single, "It Gets Worse", from their upcoming album, "Born To Break Even", out on July 31 on Stomp Records.orcd.co/itgetsworse | doghouserose.com | stomprecords.com/bands/doghouse-rose
VENOM ALBUMS TO BE REPRESSED ON VINYL
VENOM will have their albums "At War With Satan", "Possessed", and "Eine Kleine Nachtmusik" repressed on limited edition colour vinyl, and they will be out on August 7.venomslegions.lnk.to/2026Reissues | facebook.com/officialvenomband
NEW ALBUM WITH THE LINDA LINDAS IN AUGUST
Young American pop punks The LINDA LINDAS will release their third album, "Gotta Get Out", on August 28 via Reprise/Warner Records.facebook.com/TheLindaLindas
VADER ANNOUNCES NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
Polish death metal veterans VADER announce the "Reign Forever In Kingdom Of Blood TOUR 2026" in USA/Quebec in September, together with JUNGLE ROT, FLESHCRAWL and TRASH PANDA.
facebook.com/vader
ONSLAUGHT ANNOUNCES BULGARIAN AND GREEK DATES
British thrash veterans ONLSAUGHT will return to Bulgaria and Greece in January 2027. It's nearly 20 years since they played in Bulgaria last time, and 15 years since they played in mainland Greece.facebook.com/onslaughtuk
ERIK GRÖNWALL RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
Former SKID ROW singer Erik Grönwall has released the official music video for "Lost For Life", a track from his latest solo album, "Bad Bones", which came out on May 22.youtu.be/GT0A7UQnzN4?si=5h673DasT0h3Q583
SEX PISTOLS TO RE-RELEASE LIVE ALBUM
Marking 30 years since the SEX PISTOLS burst back on to the scene, fans will this year be able to buy "Filthy Lucre Live" as a 2LP red vinyl set and single CD set featuring bonus tracks. It will be released on November 20 and will include the Japanese bonus tracks - "No Fun" and "Buddies" (a crowd sing-along version of "Bodies") - for the first time."Filthy Lucre Live" was recorded at Finsbury Park in the UK on June 23, 1996. The lineup was Johnny Rotten (vocals), Steve Jones (guitar), Paul Cook (drums) and Glen Matlock (bass).
sexpistols.lnk.to/FilthyLucre-30 | facebook.com/sexpistolsofficial
ANTHRAX SHARES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
As you might know already, ANTHRAX will release its long-awaited 12th full-length studio album, "Cursum Perficio", on September 18 via Megaforce in the U.S. and Nuclear Blast in Europe. The official music video for the LP's second single, "The Edge Of Perfection", is available now.
youtu.be/uqbhWhN4F74?si=_SLEEybwh7a_mSRG | anthrax.com
VOÏVOD ANNOUNCES CANADIAN TOUR DATES
VOÏVOD will do 4 shows in Canada in September. Tickets on sale now.facebook.com/Voivod
CONVERGE ANNOUNCES EUROPEAN TOUR
CONVERGE have announced European tour dates for this fall. The tour begins on November 11 in München, Germany and wraps up on November 22 in London, England. SANGUISUGABOGG and PUPIL SLICER will be joining them on all dates with BLACKBRAID joining them on all dates except their November 14 show in Eindhoven.convergecult.com
ANOTHER SINGLE WITH AVULSED
Spanish death metal veterans AVULSED continues digging into the roots of Nordic death metal with the third advance track from its upcoming covers album, "Nordic Embryogenesis". This time it's a sick and twisted reinterpretation of "Abduction Of Limbs", taken from the second demo released by Norway's OLD FUNERAL in 1990."Nordic Embryogenesis" is scheduled for September 9 through Xtreem Music.
youtu.be/Wj3-HKiR8oo | facebook.com/avulsed1991 | xtreemmusic.com
BONAFIDE PARTS WAYS WITH DRUMMER
Swedish drummer Niklas Matsson has decided to leave Swedish hard rockers BONAFIDE after almost 17 years. He will focusing on playing drums with Swedish hard rockers MUSTASCH instead.
At the same time, BONAFIDE welcome Anders Rosell to jump back behind the drums.
facebook.com/Bonafiderocks | facebook.com/niklas.s.matsson | facebook.com/Mustaschofficial
BLACK SABBATH DRUMMER BILL WARD IN WHEELCHAIR
Bill Ward has revealed that he is now mostly confined to a wheelchair, nearly 1 year after the death of his longtime BLACK SABBATH bandmate Ozzy Osbourne.The 78-year-old BLACK SABBATH drummer shared the health update with fans Wednesday (July 8), explaining that he was "making myself public and transparent" while insisting that he was "not in retirement".
facebook.com/billwarddrummer/posts/15680....
TOTALITÄR RETURN WITH NEW ALBUM IN AUGUST
Swedish hardcore/punk legends TOTALITÄR are back again, and will release a new, self-titled, album on August 28 via De:Nihil Records (Europe) and Prank Records (North America).The first single, "Vad är det ni vill ha?", is available now.
To celebrate the album release, TOTALITÄR will also perform a special show on September 26 in Malmö, Sweden. Other bands that will play there are WARCOLLAPSE, AVSKUM, COUNTERBLAST and GEFYR.
youtu.be/OsiRlw7iSEc?si=pGmLzW37paAyFIbY | nortic.se/ticket/event/80255 | denihilrecords.blogspot.com | prank.bandcamp.com
NEW SINGLE WITH AMON AMARTH
Swedish death metal vikings AMON AMARTH return with the new single "Upphaf". This is their first acoustic song.
The band seems to get ready to release a new album as well..
lnk.to/Upphaf | amonamarth.com
SOCIAL DISTORTION RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
SOCIAL DISTORTION has released the official video for "Tonight", a rock ballad from the veteran outfit's latest album,"Born To Kill" (out now).youtu.be/4Usx06H3VNY?si=D7ok4afKXUPTH7qr
CONVERGE RELEASE NEW MUSIC VIDEO
CONVERGE have released a video for their song "It Used To Matter". The song is off their recently released album "Hum Of Hurt", which was their second album to be released this year, following February's "Love Is Not Enough".youtu.be/iu1MflnWkaE?si=rlYukOmWf3TlWdB0
SIR REG ANNOUNCES EUROPEAN TOUR DATES
Swedish Celtic punk rockers SIR REG will do some shows in Europe in August.
facebook.com/sirregband
AMYL AND THE SNIFFERS ARE GOING BACK TO AMERICA
Australian punk rockers AMYL AND THE SNIFFERS will do a short U.S. tour in October with HAUNX AND HIIS PUNX and EDGING.
instagram.com/amylandthesniffers/....
NEW ALBUM WITH SPIDERS IN SEPTEMBER
Swedish high-energy rockers SPIDERS will release a new album, "Crystal Eyes", on September 25 through Wild Kingdom Records.
orcd.co/king140dig | wildkingdom.se | facebook.com/wearespiders
MEMBERS OF BLINK-182, GREEN DAY AND RANCID FORM SUPERGROUP WITH CJ RAMONE FOR RAMONES 50th ANNIVERSARY SHOW
RAMONES will be honored with a special 50th anniversary celebration at Hollywood Forever Cemetery in Los Angeles on August 30. The event will feature the inaugural live performance of CRETIN FAMILY, an all-star supergroup featuring GREEN DAY's Billie Joe Armstrong, BLINK-182's Travis Barker, RANCID's Tim Armstrong, and RAMONES bassist C.J. Ramone.Hosted by actor John Travolta, the one-of-a-kind event will celebrate 50 years since the release of the RAMONES' iconic self-titled debut album, and will also feature several yet-to-be-announced surprise guests.
facebook.com/theramones
BLACK STAR RIDERS PULL OUT OF EU TOUR WITH TYKETTO
Hard rockers BLACK STAR RIDERS have pulled out of the planned European tour with TYKETTO in September and October 2026. Not enough tickets were sold.
facebook.com/BlackStarRidersOfficial
NEW SINGLE WITH ACCEPT
ACCEPT have released the second single from the forthcoming "Teutonic Titans 1976-2026" album. It's a new version of "Balls To The Wall" featuring Rob Halford (JUDAS PRIEST) on vocals, Matthias Jabs (SCORPIONS) on guitar, Rex Brown (PANTERA) on bass, and Jason Bowld (BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE) on drums, alongside ACCEPT's own Mark Tornillo and Wolf Hoffmann.
The album will be released on September 4.
youtu.be/PV3lMI1_KBY | linktr.ee/acceptworldwide
NEW SINGLE WITH CORNERS OF SANCTUARY
U.S. heavy metal band CORNERS OF SANCTUARY have released a brand new single, "Crimson Sky", via SODEH Records.bfan.link/crimson-sky
Additionally, members of CORNERS OF SANCTUARY have teamed up with HEAVENS EDGE guitarist, Reggie Wu and LYNCH MOB bassist Jaron Gulino for the title track of the upcoming documentary "When We Rocked". "When We Rocked" is the story of the Philadelphia rock scene during its heyday of the 1980s. A trailer for the documentary and music video for the song of the same name are now streaming.
youtu.be/g0DGSaB6HJw?is=a_-u9tNKYS7ErNRW | youtu.be/mYPSZ76iryc?is=T1aR8k8oVmAg1-Oc
cornersofsanctuary.com
UNDERGROUND BANDS WANTED FOR COMPILATION
Gilson at Imperative Music is currently working on a new compilation, and is now looking for more metal and rock bands from around the world.More details: imperative-music.com/news/the-best-of-underground-music
UPPLOPPET ARE IN THE STUDIO
Swedish action rockers UPPLOPPET has entered the studio to record their second album.
facebook.com/upploppetband
NEW SINGLE WITH KICKIN VALENTINA NEXT WEEK
Hard rocking Americans KICKIN VALENTINA are going to deliver a new single, "Don't Be Mad", on Friday, July 17. It's another explosive taste of the upcoming album, "Anthems From The Underground", which will be released on August 28 via Mighty Music.
kickinvalentina.com | mightymusic.dk
GREEN DAY SHARES NEW SONG
GREEN DAY have announced the "Nimrods" original soundtrack, arriving July 31 and available now for pre-order.The 30-track album will be released on CD, cassette, digital platforms and several vinyl variants, featuring 22 fan-favorite, career-spanning GREEN DAY songs alongside soundtrack exclusives including the new GREEN DAY track "I'm Never Gonna R.I.P." and 4 previously unreleased live recordings from the band's performance at the Palladium in Los Angeles, as featured in the film. The soundtrack also includes songs from The PARADOX, ULTRA Q and Mckenna Grace, as well as 4 tracks by ANALOG DOGS, the fictitious band at the center of "Nimrods".
To herald the announcement, the band has shared the new track and video "I'm Never Gonna R.I.P.".
"Nimrods" opens in theaters on August 14.
youtu.be/UoRNwHQYvSA?si=XYJdOX9O5ohOfF9u | greenday.com
FIRST OFFICIAL BOOK ABOUT BLACK SABBATH
BLACK SABBATH and Rufus Publications announce the publication of the first ever official BLACK SABBATH book, documenting the band's extensive history from the late 1960s to the final show, "Back To The Beginning", in July 2025."The Masters of Reality - Why Black Sabbath Matter" has been created by photographer Ross Halfin, working directly with the band. The book covers the classic lineup of the band, featuring Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward, and features essays from writers Geoff Barton and Dave Ling who interviewed all 4 band members, especially for the book.
The book is scheduled to ship in October 2026, but can be pre-ordered now from: rufuspublications.com/rufusbooks/sabbath
AVATAR ANNOUNCES SPECIAL PERFORMANCE AT ROYAL ALBERT HALL
Swedish metallers AVATAR have announced a monumental evening of music, pipe organs, dancers and theatrics at London's historic Royal Albert Hall on March 30, 2027. The band will present "10 Years Of Feathers & Flesh", a one-night-only performance celebrating the 10th anniversary of their landmark concept album "Feathers & Flesh".avatarmetal.com
BRAVEWORDS RECORDS ACQUIRES THE SNOWY SHAW CATALOG FOR DIGITAL RELEASE ON BANDCAMP
BraveWords Records has acquired the Snowy Shaw catalog for digital release on Bandcamp. All of the Snowy Shaw solo releases, including his band NOTRE DAME, are now available to stream or download on Bandcamp at: bravewordsrecords.bandcamp.comSnowy Shaw is a multi-musician from Gothenburg, Sweden. He has been a member of bands like KING DIAMOND, DREAM EVIL, MERCYFUL FATE, THERION, DIMMU BORGIR, SABATON etc.
snowyshaw.net | bravewordsrecords.com
GEAR AND INSTRUMENTS STOLEN FROM ACCEPT AND HELLOWEEN AT BARCELONA ROCKFEST
After performing at the Barcelona Rockfest , ACCEPT's gear and instrument truck was hijacked and robbed. Wolf Hoffmann's Rise of Chaos one of a kind Framus Warwick Guitar was amongst the many items to have been stolen. It's one of his favourite guitars to play on and he uses it at every live show. The band are offering a reward of $2000 to anyone who helps get it back.
facebook.com/accepttheband
HELLOWEEN also had bad luck at the same festival, when camera and computer equipment belonging to their official tour photographer was stolen.
facebook.com/helloweenofficial
NEW SINGLE WITH AVULSED
Spanish death metal veterans AVULSED continues unveiling its upcoming covers album, "Nordic Embryogenesis", with a ferocious reinterpretation of "No Canonization", taken from the legendary 1990 7" EP of the same name by Swedish death metal pioneers CARBONIZED."Nordic Embryogenesis" will be released through Xtreem Music on September 9.
youtu.be/g6n1Gxtvt_s | facebook.com/Avulsed91 | xtreemmusic.com
NEW SINGLE WITH VRÄVARNA
Borås, Sweden dirt punk veterans VRÄVARNA are back with a new single, "The League Of Vaseline".
A new album will be released on August 21, and there will be a release party at Wiser's in Borås the same day.
facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558232483257
BOMBUS ANNOUNCES EUROPEAN TOUR
Swedish metal band BOMBUS will release a new album, "No Magic", early next year. It will be followed by a European tour in March.facebook.com/bombusmusic
FORMER MARDUK BASSIST B. WAR IS DEAD
Former MARDUK bassist Roger "Bogge" Svensson, aka B. War, has passed away at the age of 60.facebook.com/Mardukofficial
ANOTHER VIDEO FROM FATAL VISION
Canadian melodic rock band FATAL VISION continue the promotional campaign for their latest album, "Four Sides to Every Story" (out now), with the release of the official music video for "Too Close To The Sun".youtube.com/watch?v=vgNStCFcINY | fatalvisionmusic.com
GUS G. RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
Greek guitar master Gus G. (FIREWIND, ex-Ozzy Osbourne etc.) has released the fifth video/single, "Confession", from his fifth solo album, "Steel Burner" (released on April 24).The video go online at 17:00 CET July 3 at: youtu.be/RSKh6tAbUXk?is=xfTLscU8uWCL5Sap | gusgofficial.com
AUTOPSY, TEMPLE OF VOID AND ROT CONFIRMED FOR MARYLAND DEATHFEST
Maryland Deathfest have announced some more acts for next year's festival. Among them are AUTOPSY, BLACK BREATH, DISHARMONIC ORCHESTRA, TEMPLE OF VOID, GORATORY, ROT, FAKE DUST, KILLING ADDICTION, NIGHT OF THE VAMPIRE etc.The festival will happen on May 27-30, 2027 in Baltimore, MD, USA.
deathfests.com
DISCHARGE CANCEL TIME TO ROCK
British d-beat hardcore/punk legends DISCHARGE are unable to perform this weekend at Time To Rock Festival in Sweden. For some reason the flight was cancelled, and no alternative worked out.
The festival happens in Knislinge on July 3-6.
facebook.com/Dischargeofficial | timetorock.se
NEW 7" SINGLE WITH THE DWARVES
American punk rock veterans The DWARVES have released a new 7" single, "Damned If I Do", a song from their latest album, "Jenkem". The B-side is an exclusive Blag Dahlia (vocals) solo track, "The Cougars".The record is out now via Rad Girlfriend.
radgirlfriendrecords.bandcamp.com/album/damned....
KREATOR ANNOUNCES MORE EUROPEAN SHOWS
German thrash legends KREATOR have announced that the "Krushers Of The World Tour" is coming to even more cities this November, featuring special guests OVERKILL. Tickets on sale this Friday, July 3.
The new dates includes countries like Turkey, Greece etc.
facebook.com/KreatorOfficial
THE JAM BASSIST BRUCE FOXTON HAVE PARKINSON'S DISEASE
70-year old The JAM bassist Bruce Foxton have been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease.NEW SINGLE WITH MOB RULES
German melodic metal veterans MOB RULES present their brand-new single "Balance Of Power", offering another taste of their forthcoming studio album, "Stories From The Verdant Vale", set for release on August 21 via ROAR - A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music.mobrules.rpm.link/balancePR | mobrules.rpm.link/storiesPR | facebook.com/mobrulesband | facebook.com/rpmroar
NAZARETH ANNOUNCES EUROPEAN TOUR
Scottish hard rock legends NAZARETH are going on a European tour in November/December. Tickets are on sale now.facebook.com/nazarethofficial
IRON MAIDEN TO RECORD EDDFEST
Due to the power cut in Paris at La Défense Arena on June 22, EddFest will be recorded for the "Run For Your Lives World Tour" film.On June 22, in the middle of a ferocious heatwave in Paris with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees, British heavy metal legends IRON MAIDEN were performing at the La Défense Arena, playing to over 30,000 fans and filming the concert for posterity and a future cinematic release. It was a hugely anticipated event, with exuberant fans travelling from all over the world to be part of the experience. However, about 50 minutes into the set, towards the end of "Two Minutes To Midnight", a total power cut in the building brought everything to a sudden stop, plunging the whole stadium into silence and total blackness.
Full power was eventually restored, and the band was able to retake the stage about an hour after the cut occurred and resume the concert. The police allowed an extension to the legal curfew until 11:35 p.m., but no more as Paris public transport closes soon after that and they didn't want over 30,000 fans unable to get home and left on the streets of Paris, especially in the heat. In that time IRON MAIDEN was able to finish the set, closing with "Iron Maiden" but not the 3 encores, "Aces High", "Fear Of The Dark" and "Wasted Years".
The band quickly decided to complete the forthcoming film at the hallowed grounds of Knebworth on July 11, where they will be celebrating their 50th Anniversary tour with Eddfest, a once-in-a-lifetime event.
ironmaiden.knebworth.com
NEW SINGLE WITH AIRBOURNE
Australian hard rockers AIRBOURNE have released their latest single, "Kid In A Candy Store", taken from their upcoming self-titled album, due on August 28 via Spinefarm.youtu.be/rDi8scB8CrE?si=98bKvf7Vaml-WZqM
NEW LIVE ALBUM WITH HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES
Alice Cooper
HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES - the rock supergroup consisting of Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp, Joe Perry (AEROSMITH) and Tommy Henriksen - have announced "At Montreux Jazz Festival", a powerful live document from their legendary 2018 performance at the Montreux Jazz Festival, including several cover versions that had not previously been released by HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES. It arrives digitally on August 7 and on CD and vinyl on October 16 via earMUSIC.
The first single from the live album, "Raise The Dead", is now online.
youtu.be/3qWSyJIU42A?si=k9fjuGTbBfaDNosF | hollywoodvampires.com
RUSH's GEDDY LEE DIAGNOSED WITH LARYNGITIS AND BRONCHITIS, TEXAS SHOWS POSTPONED
Canadian progressive rock legends RUSH was forced to postpone their June 30 and July 2 shows at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas after bassist/vocalist Geddy Lee was diagnosed with laryngitis and bronchitis.The July 2 concert was originally scheduled for June 24 but ended up being moved back after "travel and border-related delays" disrupted RUSH's touring production.
The June 30 show has been rescheduled for Saturday, July 11. The July 2 show has been rescheduled for Monday, July 13.
facebook.com/rushtheband/posts/1563739131783014....
JUNE 2026
GRAVEYARD PARTS WAYS WITH GUITARIST
Jonatan LaRocca Ramm, guitarist for Swedish rock band GRAVEYARD, has decided to leave the band after almost 20 years.
Statement: facebook.com/graveyardofficial
GRAVEYARD will keep moving forward, and will soon release a new album.
NEW ALBUM WITH STRYPER IN SEPTEMBER
STRYPER will release a new album, "Throne of Thorns", on September 25 via Frontiers Music Srl.To celebrate, they have released a music video for the title track.
youtube.com/watch?v=THfZyX9L0qo | linktr.ee/Stryper
ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME TO OPEN "Women In Metal" EXHIBIT FEATURETTE
Spotlighting key female risktakers and icons of the metal genre, the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame's newest exhibit featurette, "Women In Metal: You Will Know My Name", will open at the museum on July 10. This exhibit celebrates those who push boundaries and challenge the status quo to make meaningful, pioneering efforts in the metal genre.The exhibit will boast artifacts covering the breadth of women who have taken the metal world by storm, spanning time, place, and sonic quality, including Lita Ford, Lzzy Hale (HALESTORM), Alissa White-Gluz (ARCH ENEMY, DRAGONFORCE), Taylor Momsen (The PRETTY RECKLESS), Courtney LaPlante (SPIRITBOX) and many more, curated by the Rock Hall's assistant curator Haley Cronin.
More details: rockhall.com/event/women-in-metal
KISS TO RELEASE LIVE RECORDING FROM 1976
KISS will release "KISS Destroys Anaheim '76" on 2LP and CD on August 21. It's a recording from Anaheim Stadium on August 20, 1976, where they performed in front of their largest audience to date - 42,000+ fans.kissonline.com
EASY ACTION SIGNS WITH FRONTIERS MUSIC SRL
Swedish melodic hard rockers EASY ACTION have released a new single and accompanying music video, "Dazed", their first track for Frontiers Music Srl.The band features former EUROPE guitarist Kee Marcello and Swedish pop singer Tommy Nilsson, among others.
youtu.be/RBCQbh38qmI?si=nSstNh_jWLrNMZxO
NEW SINGLE WITH VACUUM NEXT FRIDAY
Reunited Swedish punk rockers VACUUM will return with their first new song in 30 years on July 3. The song is called "Die, Die Spotify", and it also features a guest appearance from Swedish singer/songwriter Stefan Sundström. This is a first taste of a upcoming EP, which will be released this summer.
vacuumbrs.bandcamp.com | facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064326177323
CHILDREN OF BODOM TO CO-HEADLINE TUSKA FESTIVAL IN 2027
Finnish metallers CHILDREN OF BODOM will co-headline the 2027 edition the Tuska festival, set to take place July 2-4, 2027 in Suvilahti, Helsinki, Finland. Also scheduled to appear on the bill are LORNA SHORE, HEAVEN SHALL BURN, KANONENFIEBER, FOX LAKE, GAEREA, AVRALIZE and SINIZTER. More acts will be announced soon..Tuska 2027 limited early crow 3-day tickets will go on sale on Monday, June 29 at 9:00 and will be available until Wednesday, July 1 at 23:59, or while supplies last. The limited early crow ticket batch is available exclusively to Tuska newsletter subscribers at: tuska.fi/limited-early-crow
WHITESNAKE TO RE-RELEASE 3 CLASSIC ALBUMS ON VINYL
This fall, Craft Recordings revisits a landmark period of WHITESNAKE with vinyl reissues of their albums "Slide It In" (1984), "Whitesnake" (1987) and "Slip Of The Tongue" (1989).Arriving September 18, the titles return to vinyl in their original U.S. 1-LP configurations.
craftrecordings.com
E-FORCE TO FILL IN FOR SNAKE ON VOÏVOD SUMMER TOUR
Eric Forrest (aka E-Force) will be back with VOÏVOD as Denis Bélanger (aka Snake) needs to attend to a family matter this summer.E-Force was from 1994 to 2000 the lead singer and bass player for the power trio years of the band.
VOÏVOD willbe touring in Europe during July and August.
More details: facebook.com/Voivod
NEW SINGLE WITH SINNER
SINNER present the next single, "Leave It All Behind", from their upcoming and final studio album, "Boom Bang Goodbye", set for release on July 31 via RPM.sinner.rpm.link/behindPR | sinner.rpm.link/behindPR
NEW SINGLE WITH TUNGSTEN
Swedish power metal band TUNGSTEN - with Anders Johansson (MANOWAR, Yngwie Malmsteen, HAMMERFALL, SILVER MOUNTAIN) and his 2 sons, as well as vocalist Mike Andersson - continue building anticipation for their upcoming fifth studio album, "Ashes", set for release on October 9 via PERCEPTION - A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music, with the launch of their brand-new single, "Sunshine Of Fall".
tungsten.rpm.link/sunshinePR | tungsten.rpm.link/ashesPR | tungstenofficial.net | perception.music
HITMAKER DESMOND CHILD TO RELEASE LIVE ALBUM
Desmond Child, Grammy Award-winning producer and one of music's most accomplished hitmakers, has announced "Desmond Child Rocks The Parthenon - The Live Concert Album", documenting the once-in-a-lifetime concert staged at Athens, Greece's historic Odeon of Herodes Atticus in June 2022, due out July 24 via Deston/BMG.Also today (June 25), Child released the first single, "I Was Made For Lovin' You" (featuring Justin Benlolo), a song he wrote with members of KISS.
The concert featured a star-studded lineup of acclaimed international artists to celebrate Child's legendary songwriting catalog, including Alice Cooper, Bonnie Tyler, Rita Wilson, The RASMUS, Kip Winger, Sakis Rouvas, Chris Willis, Andreas Carlsson, Justin Benlolo, Tabitha Fair, Leo Dante, George Lembesis, and more.
youtu.be/wwOQJTgGCFE?si=GGzjUzIUsxMB3I0c
NEW ALBUM WITH DIAMOND DOGS IN SEPTEMBER
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Swedish glam/rock n roll veterans DIAMOND DOGS will release their 16th album, "Similar Shakes Different Distortion", on Septembr 11 via Wild Kingdom Records.
Pre-order: orcd.co/king141 | wildkingdom.se
NEW SINGLE WITH DEEP PURPLE
DEEP PURPLE release their new single "Guilt Trippin'", just about a week ahead of the worldwide release of their highly anticipated new studio album, "SPLAT!", on July 3.youtu.be/_G_OQYvuXzs?si=1bHFPTl6Aykr5D51 | deeppurple.lnk.to/SPLAT | deeppurple.com
RIVAL SONS ANNOUNCES U.S. TOUR
California-based rockers RIVAL SONS have announced an extensive U.S. tour this fall, kicking off in Boise, Idaho in late October and finishing up in Fort Wayne, Indiana at the end of November. They will be joined by Canadian blues rock duo The BLUE STONES and Colorado-based rock trio The VELVETEERS on most shows. Tickets will go on sale Friday, June 26.
facebook.com/rivalsons
NEW ALBUM WITH HARD-ONS FEATURING JERRY A IN AUGUST
Punk veterans HARD-ONS and Jerry A of POISON IDEA (Jerry has been handling vocals for the group on various tours) are going to release an album on August 14 via American Leather. The album seems to be self-titled.BUZZCOCKS ANNOUNCES NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
UK punk rock legends BUZZCOCKS are heading back to North America in September to continue their 50-year celebration. Presale tickets on sale Tuesday, June 23. General sale on Wednesday, June 24.buzzcocks.com
ANOTHER SINGLE WITH KING ULTRAMEGA
In tribute to Chris Cornell, KING ULTRAMEGA presents a high octane interpretation of SOUNDGARDEN's "Loud Love", and are joined by Lzzy Hale (HALESTORM) leading on vocals, Alex Skolnick (TESTAMENT, METAL ALLEGIANCE) on guitars, and drum performance by Dave Krusen (PEARL JAM).The all-star project KING ULTRAMEGA are raising funds and awareness for MusiCares, the Recording Academy's nonprofit that provides mental health services, addiction recovery support, and emergency assistance to members of the music community.
kingum.rpm.link/loudlovePR | kingultramega.com | musicares.org
TWISTED SISTER ADDS NEW DATES
TWISTED SISTER has added some new fall dates with Sebastian Bach (ex-SKID ROW) on vocals.A total of 9 dates have been revealed so far, including the latest additions, October 18 in Gary, Indiana; November 14 in Charles Town, West Virginia; and December 11 in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Presale begins June 24. General on sale begins June 26.
twistedsister.com/dates
MANOWAR ANNOUNCES POLISH DATES
MANOWAR are taking their "Kings Of Metal Fighting The World" tour to Poland in 2027. There will be 2 dates in late January.manowar.com/tour
BLACK SABBATH's "Seventh Star" TO BE RE-RELEASED
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the BLACK SABBATH album "Seventh Star", the brand-new remaster of the album will be released on CD, digital and black vinyl on July 10.Available to pre-order now: blacksabbathband.lnk.to/SeventhStar
IAN GILLAN ANNOUNCES SPOKEN-WORD TOUR IN THE UK
DEEP PURPLE singer Ian Gillan will hit the road in the United Kingdom in the spring of 2027 with his "Talking Gib'rish" tour. This very special series of live speaking events will allow audiences to hear personal stories from Ian's remarkable life and career in music.The U.K. tour will begin in April 2027 and continue throughout May. Tickets go on sale on Friday, June 26.
bookingsdirect.com | gillan.com
MÄRVEL TO RELEASE LATEST ALBUM DIGITALLY
Swedish melodic high octane rockers MÄRVEL will release the digital album "The Complete Brain Drain Diaries" on Friday, June 26 via Leather Lake. This is the CD version of their latest album, "Brain Drain Diaries" (out now), with the 3 bonus tracks included.
marvel.ffm.to/thecompletebraindraindiaries | marveltheband.com
OZZY's THRONE TO GO ON DISPLAY AT BIRMINGHAM MUSEUM & ART GALLERY
Ozzy Osbourne's iconic throne, last seen at the "Back To The Beginning" concert, will be on display at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery in his home city to coincide with the anniversary of his final gig and his death in July last year.The black gothic-style throne will be a special addition to the free exhibition "Ozzy Osbourne: Working Class Hero" from Wednesday, July 1.
NEW ALBUM WITH NERVOCHAOS IN SEPTEMBER
Brazilian death metallers NERVOCHAOS will release their new album, "Chaosmongers", on September 11 worldwide via Black Lion Records on CD and LP, and a Brazil edition via Tomba Productions. It will be their 14th studio album.nervochaos.net | blacklion.nu
NEW ALBUM WITH TYGERS OF PAN TANG IN SEPTEMBER
NWOBHM pioneers TYGERS OF PAN TANG will release their new album, "Electrifyed", on September 11 through Mighty Music.The album introduces new guitarist John Footitt, who is joining founding member Robb Weir (guitar), vocalist Jack Meille, drummer Craig Ellis, and bassist Huw Holding.
targetshop.dk/tygers-of-pan-tang | tygersofpantang.com | mightymusic.dk
ANVIL's TOUR VAN HAS LOST ITS TRANSMISSION
ANVIL's tour van has lost its transmission, and they need help as soon as possible as tour dates are in jeopardy.
You can donate here: gofundme.com/f/emergency-tour-repair-for-anvil
facebook.com/anvilmetal
EXPANDED EDITION OF RAVEN's SECOND ALBUM IN SEPTEMBER
RAVEN's second album, "Wiped Out", will be released as a 4CD/DVD Expanded Edition on September 25.It's a comprehensively expanded collection based on the second album, which features a BBC Session, rare live tracks and the "Crash Bang Wallop" EP, plus a DVD filmed on their 1982 "Wiped Out" tour.
cherryred.co.uk/raven-wiped-out-4cd-dvd-expanded-edition | facebook.com/ravenbandofficial
CHARLIE BENANTE TO SIT OUT ANTHRAX SHOWS IN EUROPE AFTER INJURING HIS RIGHT HAND
ANTHRAX drummer Charlie Benante will sit out nearly a dozen of the band's shows in Europe in the next couple of weeks after injuring his right hand. Filling in for Charlie is acclaimed U.K.-based session drummer Darby Todd, who previously sat behind the kit for ANTHRAX's May 23 concert at the Olympic Athletic Center of Athens (OAKA) in Athens, Greece as the support act for IRON MAIDEN (Charlie was apparently unable to make the Athens gig due to his touring commitments with PANTERA, which played a show in Frankfurt, Germany on May 24 as the support act for METALLICA).ANTHRAX will release its long-awaited 12th full-length studio album, "Cursum Perficio", on September 18 via Megaforce in the U.S. and Nuclear Blast in Europe.
facebook.com/CharlieBenanteOfficial
40th ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF RATT's "Dancing Undercover"
BMG, in partnership with Rhino Entertainment, announces the release of the 40th Anniversary of RATT's third studio album, "Dancing Undercover", in a limited edition zoetrope, to be released on July 31.This Limited Edition Gatefold LP features reimagined cover artwork, and a zoetrope vinyl with moving images of the iconic band's logo and the members themselves, all housed in an opaque bag.
ratt.lnk.to/DU40PR | facebook.com/therattpack
NEW SINGLE WITH THE BOYS IN AUGUST
UK punk rock veterans The BOYS will release a Limited Edition double A-sided vinyl single on Damaged Goods Records on Friday, August 7, to promote their appearance at the Rebellion Punk Music Festival.
The single comprises "Never Mind The Botox" and "Damn Those Eyes", and was recorded last year at The Planet Of Noise Studio in Limmared, Sweden. Both songs are taken from The BOYS' 6th official studio album to be released December 2026.
shop.damagedgoods.co.uk/products/damn.... | facebook.com/THEBOYSUK
ROLLING STONES ANNOUNCE PODCAST
Featuring brand new, world-exclusive interviews with Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood and narrated by Norah Jones, the new official podcast "Speaking In Tongues" offers an unprecedented, behind-the-scenes look at the creation of The ROLLING STONES' highly anticipated new album, "Foreign Tongues", released globally on July 10 via Universal Music.Over 6 episodes, "Speaking In Tongues" takes listeners inside the studio on an intimate and exclusive journey tracing the story of the inspiration, writing and recording of the new album.
The first episode will go live on June 25.
youtu.be/M3y-1S0v3rw?si=RmSXA9tSlLulIj2M
SAXON ANNOUNCES UK/IRELAND TOUR
SAXON announce the "Gods of Thunder World Tour" - Part 1 UK and Ireland dates with Castles & Eagles Production. This will happen in February 2027. Tickets on sale June 26 at: saxon747.com
NEW LIVE ALBUM WITH DARK FUNERAL IN AUGUST
Swedish black metal veterans DARK FUNERAL announce the release of their long awaited live album, "A Beast To Praise", out worldwide via Century Media Records on August 21. It was recorded at Fållan in Stockholm, Sweden in 2022.A foretaste of the upcoming live release is now available via the single and video for "The Arrival Of Satan's Empire".
https://youtu.be/Hfyeyy35hyk | darkfuneral.lnk.to/ABeastToPraise.... | darkfuneral.se | centurymedia.com
NEW ALBUM WITH KICKIN VALENTINA IN AUGUST
Press photo of KICKIN VALENTINA
American street hard rockers KICKIN VALENTINA return with a new full-length album, "Anthems From The Underground", set for worldwide release on August 28 via Mighty Music.
The first single, ""Rock'N'Roll Casualty", is out today (June 19).
kval.bfan.link/rnrcasual | bit.ly/kick-targ | kickinvalentina.com | mightymusic.dk
CARMINE APPICE's CACTUS RELEASES NEW VIDEO
Carmine Appice and CACTUS have released a new video for the track "Back Door Man", taken from the new CACTUS album "Temple Of Blues II", out now on Cleopatra Records. The track and video feature the talents of Eric Gales and Billy Sheehan.youtu.be/oMb-uDARn50?si=h5rBJ7n5ZUzJ2Wfr | cleorecs.com | facebook.com/cactusrocks
ONSLAUGHT CONFIRMED FOR MARYLAND DEATHFEST
Maryland Deathfest have confirmed some more acts for next year. Among these names are The KOVENANT, ONSLAUGHT, MARTYR, CRAWL, BARREN PATH, RIPPING REMAINS etc.The festival will happen on May 27-30, 2027 in Baltimore, MD, USA.
deathfests.com
MANOWAR ANNOUNCES 4 DATES IN CZECH REPUBLIC
MANOWAR return to Czechia in January 2027 for 4 nights, each one a complete milestone album performed in full.More details and tickets: manowar.com/tour
NEW SINGLE WITH ROLLING STONES
The ROLLING STONES has released the single "Jelous Lover", taken from the upcoming album "Foreign Tongues", which will be released on June 26.rollingstones.lnk.to/jealouslover | linktr.ee/therollingstones
ADRIAN VANDENBERG TO CELEBRATE 50 YEARS AS A MUSICIAN IN 2027
Dutch guitarist Adrian Vandenberg (WHITESNAKE, VANDENBERG) will celebrate his 50th anniversary as a musician in 2027. Among the projects in the works to mark the occasion are a documentary, a new album and a biography. There will also be a special concert in April 2027.DESCENDENTS TO RE-RELEASE "All" AND "Liveage"
The reissue campaign of punk rock veterans DESCENDENTS continues through ORG Music.The band has regained their material from SST and is reissuing all the records from that period. Next up is "All" and "Liveage", and those records are out on August 14.
instagram.com/orgmusic/.... | instagram.com/descendents/....
NEW SINGLE WITH ZAN/CODY
Zan/Cody - the project of SHOTGUN MESSIAH's original singer Zinny Zan (vocals) and Harry Cody (guitars) - share their new single and official lyric video "Sever", taken from the upcoming studio album "Beautiful 'N Damned", out on July 24 via Frontiers Music Srl.youtu.be/DpFiFujat1w?si=_MBUsv0WF2NMagbz
HOSTILIA PARTS WAYS WITH FRONTMAN
Swedish thrashers HOSTILIA have announced that their frontman Tim has decided to leave the band. They are now looking for a new singer.
facebook.com/hostiliathrash
NEW SINGLE WITH MEGASCAVENGER
Death metallers MEGASCAVENGER unveils "Shallow Grave Overflow", the second single taken from the upcoming album "Toxic Noxious Undeath", which will be released on August 13 through Xtreem Music."Shallow Grave Overflow" features special guest vocals by Dave Rotten (AVULSED).
youtu.be/49oIAdQ6AV4 | facebook.com/megascavenger | xtreemmusic.com
KAI HANSEN TO RELEASE SOLO ALBUM
German metal icon Kai Hansen (HELLOWEEN, GAMMA RAY) will release a new solo album, "Born With A Hammer", on September 18 through earMUSIC.The first single, "Feeding The Beast", is out now.
youtu.be/INNoCtCk3GQ
BOMBUS TO RE-RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM
Swedish metal/heavy rockers BOMBUS will re-release their self-titled debut album on September 11 via Black Lodge Records. It was originally released in 2010 via Mourningwood Recordings, but has long been sold out.BOMBUS are currently working on a new album, which they plan to release in early 2027.
orcd.co/blod198 | bombusmusic.com
NEW SINGLE WITH TESLA
American hard rock band TESLA unveil their new single "Never Alone", taken from their upcoming album, "Homage", set for release on July 17 via Frontiers Music Srl.Marking a full-circle moment in their storied career, the album finds the band returning to their roots with a collection of covers honoring some of rock's most timeless hits. "Never Alone" is a new original song though.
youtu.be/3tLfhDarAic?si=afZDwk0UXt-iJW51
NEW ALBUM WITH EXTINCTION OF MANKIND
UK crust punk veterans EXTINCTION OF MANKIND return with their fifth full-length album, "Slaves To No One". The first run of vinyl is out now independently through the band's own label, Xtinction Records. CD and cassette will be released by 783 Label on July 10.extinctionofmankind1.bandcamp.com/album/slaves-to.... | extinctionofmankind.783label.com
UGLY KID JOE ANNOUNCES FRENCH TOUR IN 2027
American alternative rock band UGLY KID JOE are coming back to France in February 2027 for their biggest tour there ever. Tickets go on sale on Thursday 18.linktr.ee/uglykidjoe
GREENLEAF ARE GOING TO AMERICA
Swedish stoner rockers GREENLEAF will do a North American tour in September/October, with support from HOWLING GIANT and HIGH DESERT QUEEN.
facebook.com/greenleafrocks
THE SPEEDWAYS ANNOUNCES SPANISH TOUR
London power pop band The SPEEDWAYS are going to Spain in September.Dates: facebook.com/JustAnotherRegularSummer
NEW SINGLE WITH BLUTGOTT
German metal act BLUTGOTT releases the new single "Sturm Der Blutdrachen (Balgeroth version)". It's the fifth single from the upcoming album, "The Battle For Knochenheim Part 1 - Death Of The Bloodking", which will be released on October 30.youtube.com/watch?v=cFiCo3RAmUw | blutgott.com
AGATHOCLES RE-RELEASE "Thanks For Your Hostility"
Legendary mincecore pioneers AGATHOCLES have announced a reissue of their 4th studio album, "Thanks For Your Hostility". The release is set to arrive on June 19 via Selfmadegod Records on CD.The album was recorded in 1996 at the legendary Soundshape Studio in Belgium, and originally released by German label Morbid Records.
In the lead up to the album's release, the band has released the track "Life Control" as a lead single.
selfmadegod.bandcamp.com/track/life-control | selfmadegod-store.com/products/agathocles-thanks..... | facebook.com/people/Agathocles/1000....
NEW COMPILATION ALBUM FROM SECOND CLASS KIDS
LASTKAJ 14
Swedish punk rock label Second Class Kids Records will soon release a new compilation album, called "Sveriges Jävla Blindtarm". There will be 8 bands with only previously unreleased tracks. The bands are: LASTKAJ 14, FRUKTANSVÄRLD, SMÅJÄVLAFÖTTER, BROR DUKTIG, BJÖRNARNA, KARDINAL SYND, FOLKHEMMET, and TRALLSVENSKAN. It will be available on CD, LP and digital.
secondclasskids.com
ALICE COOPER TO RELEASE BOX SET WITH 4 FIRST SOLO ALBUMS
Alice Cooper's "The Studio Albums 1975-1978" exclusive collection is coming July 31 on 5LP and 5CD. The shock-rock icon's first 4 solo albums now feature a bonus LP/CD of 7 rare tracks, including single versions of "Welcome To My Nightmare", "You And Me", and more.
Rhino.lnk.to/ACSA | alicecooper.com
NEW POSTHUMOUS SINGLE WITH JOHN SYKES
Australia's Golden Robot Records has released "Believe In Yourself", the second posthumous single from late English guitarist John Sykes (TYGERS OF PAN TANG, THIN LIZZY, WHITESNAKE, BLUE MURDER, SYKES). The track serves as a poignant preview of a forthcoming posthumous EP featuring some of the last known recordings from Mr. Sykes.youtu.be/fj33xUKQ_RI?si=lrNuZ-smipC0EHVJ
CHEAP TRICK CANCEL JUNE SHOWS
Due to circumstances beyond their control, American rock veterans CHEAP TRICK have cancelled some shows in June. Some have been rescheduled.More info: facebook.com/cheaptrick
TONY IOMMI MADE AN MBE
BLACK SABBATH guitarist Tony Iommi has been made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the King's Birthday Honours for services to music and to charity.FATAL VISION RELEASE NEW VIDEO
Canadian melodic rock band FATAL VISION continue the visual journey behind their new studio album, "Four Sides To Every Story", with the release of the official video for "If This Is Who You Are".youtu.be/nF_-0PpFSvM?si=Vvw_sMA3dgx_rfAa | fatalvisionmusic.com | escape-music.com
STRÖM ANNOUNCES SWEDISH TOUR
Swedish-singing hard rockers STRÖM will release their new album, "Mer Ström Åt Folket", on October 2. They will celebrate the release with a tour in Sweden the same month.facebook.com/TidenSjunger
HAWKWIND TO PLAY IN THE NETHERLANDS
Spaced rock legends HAWKWIND are going to The Netherlands for 2 shows in September:Sept. 12 - Parkstad Theater Limburg, Heerlen
Sept. 13 - TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht
facebook.com/HawkwindHQ
NEW ALBUM WITH AVULSED IN SEPTEMBER
Spanish death metal veterans AVULSED has revealed the first details of its upcoming release, and this may well be one of the most personal, ambitious, and unique projects in the band's entire career.Under the title "Nordic Embryogenesis", the band pays tribute to the deepest roots of Scandinavian death metal through a covers album unlike any other. Don't expect songs by world-famous bands or the usual classics everyone knows. Instead, this is an archaeological journey into the primitive depths of Swedish, Finnish, and Norwegian death metal, resurrecting tracks from cult demos and EPs that, in many cases, were the only recordings those bands ever left behind.
The album will be released on September 9 through Xtreem Music, but the 11 songs will be unveiled individually, 1 per week, each accompanied by its own exclusive artwork, before the album's release date.
facebook.com/avulsed1991 | xtreemmusic.com
NEW ALBUM WITH MARILYN MANSON IN AUGUST
Marilyn Manson returns with the next entry in his ongoing creative resurgence, announcing the forthcoming album "One Assassination Under God - Chapter 2", co-produced and co-written with Tyler Bates, set for release on August 14 via Nuclear Blast Records.To mark the announcement, Manson has unveiled the album's first single, "Exit Wound".
youtu.be/yjWtkQSF8dA?si=1ghwHo_qKKZnA668
NICKO McBRAIN ANNOUNCES EUROPEAN SPOKEN-WORD TOUR
Following the recent announcement of "Hello Boys And Girls!", Nicko McBrain's deeply personal autobiography, which will be published on October 22 via Harper Nonfiction, the much-loved IRON MAIDEN drummer will take to the road on a spoken-word tour.Starting in Frankfurt on October 26, McBrain will visit theaters across Germany, Netherlands, Scandinavia, Ireland and the U.K., regaling audiences with colorful stories of a life well-lived.
Dates & tickets: nickomcbrain.co.uk
NEW ALBUM WITH YNGWIE MALMSTEEN IN NOVEMBER
Swedish guitar legend Yngwie Malmsteen has set "Hell Or High Water" as the title of his new album, and it looks like it will be released in November.HATEBREED SIGNS WITH BLKIIBLK
Connecticut hardcore/metal veterans HATEBREED have joined forces with BLKIIBLK, the heavy metal imprint of Frontiers Label Group. They plan to release a new album in the fall.HATEBREED will headline the second 2026 leg of "The Summer Slaughter Tour" in North America. Support on the trek, which will launch on August 20 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, will come from TERROR, INCANTATION, GATES TO HELL, TORTURE and CREEPING DEATH.
facebook.com/hatebreed
DARK TRANQUILLITY IS WORKING ON NEW ALBUM
Swedish melodic death metal veterans DARK TRANQUILLITY are currently working on new material for their next album. They plan to have it finished around the end of the year, and to release it after next summer.facebook.com/dtofficial
DEAD KENNEDYS TO RE-RELEASE "Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables"
DEAD KENNEDYS are offering a new remaster of their classic album "Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables". As per the band, the new version is "remastered from the original tapes, with the same rawness, urgency, and barely-contained chaos". The new version is out July 22.The album was also re-released in 2022, but it seems like that version had some issues with the speed, but the 2026 version is new and improved.
instagram.com/dead__kennedys
FEAR CANCEL REMAINING 2026 SHOWS
American punk veterans FEAR has canceled the rest of their 2026 shows. According to the band, they are dealing with health issues, but hopes to return to the road in 2027.facebook.com/FEARtheband
QUIET RIOT ANNOUNCES LATIN AMERICAN TOUR
QUIET RIOT are going to Latin America with the "Metal Health Latin American Tour 2027" in April.facebook.com/quietriot
NEW SINGLE WITH SUPERGROUP ICONIC
Hard rock supergroup ICONIC - featuring Michael Sweet (guitars), Joel Hoekstra (guitars), Marco Mendoza (bass), Tommy Aldridge (drums), and Nathan James (vocals) - have unveiled a new track, "Take Me To The Place", ahead of the release of their upcoming sophomore album "II", scheduled for a July 31 release via Frontiers Music Srl.youtu.be/Mc-o0x674dk?si=ZzrO86TTft4CPSxc
MOTÖRHEAD SHARES SECOND SINGLE FROM 20th ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF "Kiss Of Death"
MOTÖRHEAD shares the second single, "Be My Baby (Live At Lowlands Festival 2007)", taken from the upcoming 20th anniversary edition of "Kiss Of Death", out July 3 via BMG.
youtu.be/lRLhVqbr0PM?si=1oW9gXRDaYCYFXgf | motorhead.lnk.to/KissofDeath20thPR | imotorhead.com
MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP ANNOUNCES EUROPEAN TOUR
MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP will be hitting the roads across Europe this November in support of the most recent album, "Don't Sell Your Soul". Joining the band on this tour will be singer Robin McAuley.michaelschenkershop.com
QUEEN's ROGER TAYLOR ANNOUNCES NEW SOLO ALBUM
Legendary QUEEN songwriter, musician and singer Roger Taylor has announced his new album, "Violence Insane In A Beautiful World", due out September 18 via Columbia Records.The LP is preceded by the single "Come On Summer (It's Party Time)", featuring a performance by The Ndlovu Youth Choir from Limpopo, South Africa, who first came to prominence for their Zulu-language translation of "Bohemian Rhapsody".
To celebrate the release of the new record, Roger will be going on the road in the U.K. in September.
youtu.be/qnFaImsG8hU?si=i3Ez62cpnHKwXCpz
NEW SINGLE WITH THE BOBBY LEES
New York garage rock trio The BOBBY LEES have released a video for their new song "Red Hot". The song is off their upcoming album, "New Self", which will be out on June 12 via Epitaph Records.The band will be touring North America this fall and winter.
youtu.be/Q9k-UPjeEi0?si=H3F319GiIydkiUAe
NEW SINGLE WITH JACK WHITE
American rocker Jack White (ex-The WHITE STRIPES) has released a new single, "Dollar Bill".He has also announced the release of his forthcoming 7th studio album, "Frozen Charlotte", arriving via Third Man Records on Friday, July 10.
ffm.to/jackwhitedollarbill
NEW SINGLE WITH KICKIN VALENTINA NEXT WEEK
Press photo
American street rockers KICKIN VALENTINA will return with a new single, "Rock'N'Roll Casualty", on Friday, June 19.
kval.bfan.link/rnrcasual | facebook.com/KickinValentina
BOMBUS ANNOUNCES SWEDISH AND NORWEGIAN TOUR DATES
Swedish metal band BOMBUS are going to do some shows in Sweden and Norway together with MASS WORSHIP in November/December.facebook.com/bombusmusic | facebook.com/massworship?
NEW SINGLE WITH MALVADA
Women-led Brazilian rock band MALVADA are pleased to share their new single, "Aventura Favorita", along with an official visualizer.youtu.be/Sn8Ixx5knws
NEW SINGLE WITH TYGERS OF PAN TANG NEXT WEEK
NWOBHM legends TYGERS OF PAN TANG will release another single, "Forevermore", on Friday, June 19.tygr.bfan.link/frvrmr | tygersofpantang.com
ALIEN TO RE-RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM
Swedish AOR band ALIEN will have their self-titled debut album from 1988 re-released as part of the Pride & Joy Music Classixx series as Vol. 25 on June 19.The album is limited to 500 CD copies only, and will be exclusively available via: shop.prideandjoy.de
CHELSEA COMES TO SWEDEN NEXT SPRING
UK punk rock veterans CHELSEA are coming to Sweden next spring (2027) for a small tour (4 dates), with Swedish punk rockers DEAD POLLYS as support act.facebook.com/deadpollys
GUNS N' ROSES ANNOUNCES 2 INDIAN SHOWS
GUNS N' ROSES are going to India in November for 2 dates - Bengaluru on November 14, and Guwahati on November 17. Tickets on sale now.gunsnroses.com
NEW ALBUM WITH RATT FRONTMAN STEPHEN PEARCY IN THE FALL
RATT singer Stephen Pearcy's 6th solo album, "The Dogg Mob", is tentatively due this fall via Pearcy's Top Fuel Records label.instagram.com/p/DZTtdq5jfYj
SATOR, VÄNSTERNÄVEN AND MICHAEL MONROE CONFIRMED FOR VRÅLET
SATOR
SATOR, BJÖRNARNA, VÄNSTERNÄVEN, The SENSITIVES, MISCONDUCT, and Michael Monroe have been confirmed for the punk and rock festival Vrålet!, which happens on November 6-7 at Filmstudion in Göteborg, Sweden.
vralet.se
SOULFLY ANNOUNCES UK TOUR WITH NAILBOMB
SOULFLY and NAILBOMB are going on a UK tour in September. Tickets on sale Wednesday, June 10.soulfly.com/tour
SWEDISH BASSIST NIKKE STRÖM IS DEAD
Swedish bassist Nikke Ström, who has played with bands like NYNNINGEN and NATIONALTEATERNS ROCKORKESTER, has passed away.
Nikke underwent heart surgery in April, which was followed by complications and a difficult period of care. He became 75 years old.
facebook.com/nikkson | facebook.com/Nynningen
UNAUTHORIZED BOOK ABOUT SLIPKNOT TO ARRIVE IN AUGUST
Little, Brown Book Group, a division of Hachette UK, has set an August 6 publication date For "Somewhere Between Screaming And Crying: Slipknot, Nu Metal And 9/11" from author Dan Franklin.This is the gripping inside story of SLIPKNOT's "Iowa" album - 25 years on from its release - and how it became the sound of a generation on the brink. This is the first book to fully unpack the rise of SLIPKNOT and the creation of their landmark 2001 album "Iowa".
hachette.co.uk/titles/dan-franklin/somewhere.....
NEW SINGLE WITH THE RIPTIDE RATS IN THE END OF THE MONTH
Swedish instrumental surf rockers The RIPTIDE RATS will release a new single, "Atomic Shark", on June 25.facebook.com/theriptiderats
THE DARTS ANNOUNCES JAPANESE TOUR DATES
American garage rockers The DARTS are going to Japan for 3 shows in September.facebook.com/thedartsUS
GRAVE DIGGER ANNOUNCES 2027 TOUR
German heavy metal legends GRAVE DIGGER are going on a European tour in 2027, mainly in Germany, together with MOTORJESUS and WARWOLF.tinyurl.com/grave-digger-live | facebook.com/gravediggerofficial
MIMIKRY DRUMMER HEAVY DIAGNOSED WITH CANCER
Jonas "Heavy" Stentäpp, drummer for Swedish trallpunk veterans MIMIKRY, has been diagnosed with cancer in the right lung.facebook.com/jonas.stentapp
PERSON PASSED AWAY DURING CONCERT AT PITFEST
Shortly after Swedish black metallers DARK FUNERAL began their set at Pitfest in the Netherlands, they were informed of a serious medical emergency in the audience. The show was paused while medical personnel attended to the situation and a medical helicopter was called to the scene. The band later received the sad news that the person had passed away due to natural causes. Out of respect for the deceased, their family, friends, and loved ones, the promoter made the decision to end the live program.Pitfest took place on June 4-6 in Emmen. It was their 10th anniversary.
pitfest.nl
NEW SINGLE WITH TAXI GIRLS
Montreal garage rockers TAXI GIRLS share the new single "Secret Handshake". The track offers a second look at the band's upcoming LP, "Static", out on June 26 via Stomp Records.youtu.be/rnsCEpziidY?si=5Jlx198DxBWrNWEf | facebook.com/taxigirlsband
CENTINEX TO SUPPORT AETERNUS IN BRAZIL
Swedish death metallers CENTINEX will support Norwegian dark metallers AETERNUS on a tour across Brazil in December.facebook.com/Centinexofficial | facebook.com/Aeternusofficial
NEW SINGLE WITH THE LINDA LINDAS NEXT FRIDAY
Young American pop punks The LINDA LINDAS will release a new single, "Burning Out", next Friday, June 12.facebook.com/TheLindaLindas
LATEST ALBUM WITH THE EROTICS TO BE RELEASED ON VINYL
New York street hard rockers The EROTICS will release their latest album, "Just What The Devil Ordered", on vinyl via Cacophone Records. The album ships on August 10. It was released on CD and digital earlier this year.theerotics1.bandcamp.com
NEW SINGLE WITH DEEP PURPLE
DEEP PURPLE have released another single, "Diablo", from their upcoming studio album, "SPLAT!", which will be released on July 3 via earMUSIC.deeppurple.lnk.to/diablo | deeppurple.lnk.to/SPLAT | deeppurple.com
EDDIE AND THE HOT RODS COMES TO SWEDEN
UK pub rock legends EDDIE AND THE HOT RODS are coming to Sweden for a few shows in September.facebook.com/TheHotRods
NEW SINGLE WITH AVATAR
Swedish metal band AVATAR have released a new standalone single "Crying Fire".youtu.be/0pJDxS5mXOM?si=SnEM6uivkMZu9VVP
DEATH METAL TRIBUTE TO OZZY
Death Metal Promotion has confirmed the release date, final lineup, and cover artwork for the compilation "Death Metal Tribute to OZZY".The album will be released digitally on August 7, featuring 26 death metal bands from the global extreme metal underground. Bands from Europe, North and South America, and Asia each contribute interpretations of songs originally performed by Ozzy Osbourne and BLACK SABBATH.
deathmetalpromotion.bandcamp.com
MUSKELROCK ANNOUNCES AFTER-PARTY WITH GIRLSCHOOL, AMBUSH AND STRÖM
GIRLSCHOOL
Swedish hard rock and heavy metal festival Muskelrock will have a after-party at Tyrolen in Blädinge, Sweden on August 29. It will be a 1-day festival, and so far GIRLSCHOOL, AMBUSH, STRÖM, BRAIN BURN, and RIDERS OF ROHAN have been confirmed. More acts will be announced soon..
facebook.com/Muskelrock
URIAH HEEP ANNOUNCES 4 NEW TOUR DATES IN EUROPE
URIAH HEEP are pleased to announce 4 more shows to "The Magician"s Farewell" tour this fall with the following dates:Nov. 2 - Chisinau, Moldova, Palatul National
Nov. 3 - Bucharest, Romania, Laminor
Nov. 10 - Belgrade, Serbia, Sava Centar
Nov. 11 - Ljubljana, Slovenia, Cvetlicarna
Tickets are available now from: eventation.pro/uriahheep or uriah-heep.com
CANDLEMASS AND VOIVOD CONFIRMED FOR MARYLAND DEATHFEST 2027
Leif Edling of CANDLEMASS
Maryland Deathfest has revealed the first confirmed acts for next year's festival, and among them are CANDLEMASS, DEMOLITION HAMMER, ENSLAVED, EXHUMED, NAGLFAR, OBSCURA, SABBAT, VOIVOD, VREID etc.
The festival happens on May 27-30, 2027 in Baltimore, MD, USA.
deathfests.com/tickets
DANZIG ANNOUNCES SEPTEMBER DATES
DANZIG has announced a September tour. They will be in Texas for numerous shows and wraps the trek up in Anaheim.
instagram.com/officialdanzigverotik
L.A. GUNS RELEASES FIRST SINGLE FROM UPCOMING LIVE RELEASE
As previously reported, L.A. GUNS will release a new live CD and DVD, "Live From The Guild Theatre", on July 3 via Cleopatra Records. It was recorded on July 10, 2025 at The Guild Theatre in Menlo Park, California, and celebrating the release of the band's then-new album "Leopard Skin". The official music video for the first single from the album, "Electric Gypsy" is out now.youtu.be/HIQhfqDDHOI?si=7CQeo7N3p7TzS_AW | cleorecs.com/products/l-a-guns-live-from-the-g.....
NEW SINGLE WITH EUROPE
Swedish hard rock veterans EUROPE have released the new single "The Cult Of Ignorance", the second track unveiled from their highly anticipated forthcoming studio album, "Come This Madness", due on September 25 via Silver Lining Music.youtu.be/p-IOsjOJpnA?si=siw9DXOH0YwKPl1v
KISS TO RELEASE BOOK ABOUT "Destroyer" IN OCTOBER
Insight Editions has set an October 27 release date for "KISS Destroyer: The Definitive Visual History: Making And Touring The Legendary Album, Official And Authorized". The book was written by author Ken Sharp along with KISS co-founders Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons.The book features interviews with more than 50 people, including exclusive new interviews with Stanley, Simmons and producer Bob Ezrin.
geni.us/KissDestroyerDVH
DORO RE-RELEASE LIVE ALBUM
German heavy metal veterans DORO - with Doro Pesch from WARLOCK - will together with Universal reissue "Live" on CD, CD/DVD and picture vinyl on July 3."Live" was the band's first live release, and it came out in 1993 on CD, VHS and cassette.
doromusic.de
ACCEPT RELEASES NEW VERSION OF "Fast As A Shark" FEATURING ALL-STAR LINEUP
ACCEPT are kicking off their celebration of 50 metal years with a new version of the classic "Fast As A Shark", originally released on the album "Restless And Wild" in 1982. This new rendition features metal legends Phil Anselmo (PANTERA), Kirk Hammett (METALLICA), Mikkey Dee (SCORPIONS, MOTÖRHEAD etc), and Billy Sheehan (MR. BIG), alongside ACCEPT's Wolf Hoffmann and Mark Tornillo.
The track is a taste of the upcoming album, "Teutonic Titans 1976-2026", which is to be released on September 4 via Napalm Records.
lnk.to/Accept-TeutonicTitans | linktr.ee/acceptworldwide
GIRLSCHOOL, RAVEN AND ALCATRAZZ ANNOUNCES UK TOUR
GIRLSCHOOL, RAVEN and ALCATRAZZ are going on a UK tour together from November 26 to December 6. AIRFORCE will also play at all dates but the first. Tickets on sale now.
facebook.com/GirlschoolOfficial | facebook.com/ravenbandofficial | facebook.com/alcatrazzband
NEW ALBUM WITH GRAVEYARD IN OCTOBER
Swedish retro rockers GRAVEYARD are going to release a new album, "Fever", on October 9 via Nuclear Blast Records.
GRAVEYARD are also going on tour in Sweden and Denmark in October/November with SKRAECKOEDLAN as special guests on some of the dates, and 2 co-hedline shows with BLUES PILLS.
facebook.com/graveyardofficial
THE RIVEN ANNOUNCES SPANISH TOUR
Sweden-based hard rockers The RIVEN are going back to Spain in September/October.facebook.com/TheRivenMusic
CIRCLE JERKS ANNOUNCES U.S. TOUR WITH MUNICIPAL WASTE AND NEGATIVE APPROACH
American hardcore/punk veterans CIRCLE JERKS recently finished a tour with GORILLA BISCUITS, and they already have the sights set on a Fall trip in USA. They will be playing 9 dates with a rotating caste of openers that include MUNICIPAL WASTE, HAYWIRE, NEGATIVE APPROACH, and UPCHUCK.instagram.com/circlejerksband
NEW SINGLE WITH MÄRVEL ON FRIDAY
Swedish melodic high-energy rockers MÄRVEL will release a new single, "Connection", on Friday, June 5. The song is 1 of the bonus tracks on the CD edition of their latest album, "Brain Drain Diaries", which was released in May.
marvel.ffm.to/connection | marveltheband.com
L7's JENNIFER FINCH TO MISS BAND'S SUMMER SHOWS
L7 bassist Jennifer Finch will be forced to miss the band's summer shows due to an undisclosed "recent health concern requiring extended treatment". She will be temporarily replaced at these concerts by Tsuzumi Okai, who was previously a touring bassist for LIMP BIZKIT in 2018.facebook.com/L7theband
NEW SINGLE WITH JOSEPH THOLL
Swedish multi-instrumentalist, singer and songwriter Joseph Tholl (TRIBULATION, BLACK TRIP/VOJD, ENFORCER) has revealed the final advance single, "I Syrenens Tid", for his upcoming new solo abum, "It Might Be Art", scheduled for June 12 via High Roller Records.youtu.be/lptAz5u7q3Q | hrrecords.de | facebook.com/josephthollmusic
DEF LEPPARD ANNOUNCES LATIN AMERICAN TOUR WITH EXTREME
DEF LEPPARD have announced a tour in Mexico and South America in October/November together with EXTREME as special guests.defleppard.com
NEW SINGLE WITH S.O.R.M
Swedish hard rockers S.O.R.M have released a new single, "Raise Hell", their own little anthem for Sweden Rock Festival.open.spotify.com/track/5jwGhnj6q97dYRkwrPGACq............ | facebook.com/sormsweden
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NEW SONG WITH PRINS SVART
Swedish-singing hard rockers PRINS SVART have released the first song, "I Mörkret Av Din Skugga", from their upcoming new album (which I have no further details about right now).open.spotify.com/album/4hbJL4V0QAgmM3NPxAIYvc.............. | facebook.com/prinssvartofficial
SIX FEET UNDER PARTS WAYS WITH DRUMMER
Death metal veterans SIX FEET UNDER have parted ways with drummer Marco Pitruzzella and have replaced him with Ruston Grosse (MASTER, SKELETAL REMAINS).MESHUGGAH ANNOUNCES ANNIVERSARY EDITIONS OF "Destroy Erase Improve" AND "Catch Thirtythree"
Swedish extreme metal architects MESHUGGAH have announced the release of newly remastered anniversary editions of 2 of the band's most important works: "Destroy Erase Improve: 30th Anniversary Edition" and "Catch Thirtythree: 20th Anniversary Edition". Both titles will be available on vinyl, CD digipack, and digitally, featuring the original album artwork and newly remastered audio. Both editions will be released on July 24 via Reigning Phoenix Music.THE REAL MCKENZIES RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
Celtic punk rock veterans The REAL McKENZIES have released a video for "Shackleton". The song is off their album "On Yer Bike", which was released yesterday (May 29) via Stomp Records.youtu.be/eTQX_HPaFlU?si=ZydrsuX2UaIk2svP
70000TONS OF METAL REVEALS PLANS FOR 2027
The world's biggest metal cruise, 70000Tons Of Metal, announces the next edition of its legendary voyage. 70000Tons Of Metal 2027 will set sail from Miami, Florida to Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic and back, from January 14 through January 18, 2027. Additional details, including ship information, sales dates, lineup announcements, and onboard experiences, will be revealed in the coming months.Keep an eye on: 70000tons.com
NEW SINGLE WITH VÄRLDEN BRINNER
Swedish punk rockers VÄRLDEN BRINNER have released the new single "Under Bron".
found.ee/vDKO4p | facebook.com/varldenbrinner
NEW YORK STREET CHANGE NAME TO "Jimi Hendrix Way"
On Wednesday, June 10 at 11:00am, New York City will officially co-name West 8th Street as "Jimi Hendrix Way" in honor of Jimi Hendrix, marking the storied block where his legendary Electric Lady Studios still stands as one of the most historic and continuously operating recording studios in the city.More details: jimihendrix.com/?p=41206
SLAYER ANNOUNCES LATIN AMERICAN TOUR DATES
After selling out 2 nights in Los Angeles, SLAYER is taking the "Reign in Blood 40th Anniversary" south with 5 headline shows in Mexico and South America featuring the album performed in full.
KREATOR will be support act on all South American dates, and POWERTRIP will be support act in Mexico.
Dates & ticket info: slayer.net
TOM MORELLO COLLABORATES WITH HIS SON AND SERJ TANKIAN ON NEW SINGLE
Tom Morello has released a new single, "Adjourn It", featuring Serj Tankian from SYSTEM OF A DOWN and the RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE guitarist's 15-year-old son, Roman Morello.youtu.be/kSmATAKkrzo?si=oXP21H0RQC9nBfFO
SINNER RELEASES FIRST SINGLE FROM FINAL STUDIO ALBUM
German hard rock veterans SINNER have released a new single, "Wait", alongside a music video. This is the first track to land from the band's forthcoming, and final, full-length studio offering, "Boom Bang Goodbye". The LP will arrive on July 31 via Reigning Phoenix Music.youtu.be/mj7U7cmhyus?si=yhPg28fVw5ze8kPN
NEW SINGLE WITH ERADICATOR
German thrashers ERADICATOR release the new single "Ruins Of Rome" today (May 29) via Metalville Records.Other news is that recording for album number 7 is scheduled for fall 2026, with a release to follow in 2027.
youtube.com/watch?v=LDPsGd_nlUU | eradicator.de | metalville-shop.com
NEW SINGLE WITH BESEECH
Borås, Sweden goth metal veterans BESEECH deliver another single, "Hesitation", through Despotz Records. The song is from their upcoming new album, "Future. Present. Past", to be released on August 28.found.ee/hesitation | facebook.com/beseechofficial | despotz.bigcartel.com/artist/beseech
NEW SINGLE WITH GRIMNER
Swedish folk metallers GRIMNER unveil their new single "Stormvingar" via Despotz Records, which is the third glimpse of their upcoming fifth full-length album with the same title, to be released on September 4.found.ee/stormvingar | facebook.com/Grimnerswe | despotz.bigcartel.com/artist/grimner
NEW SINGLE WITH METALITE
Swedish melodic metal band METALITE returns with their most ambitious and cinematic chapter yet, the new album "Discovery!", set for release on September 25 via Perception - A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music. And they celebrate this with the release of their brand new single, "In Case Of Emergency".metalite.rpm.link/emergencyPR | metalite.rpm.link/discoveryPR | metalite.se | perception.music
NEW SINGLE WITH STRYPER
STRYPER returns with a new single, "I'm Alright (I'm Okay)".Following the release of the new single, STRYPER is excited to be hitting the road beginning on June 5 in Anaheim, CA at the Grove of Anaheim.
youtu.be/mYYevYt6Ffg?si=heRcuPQgX3t7wBp3 | stryper.com
PAIN CONFIRMED FOR SWEDEN ROCK FESTIVAL
With short notice, PAIN have been confirmed for Sweden Rock Festival, which happens in Sölvesborg, Sweden on June 3-6.swedenrock.com
TOM MORELLO HAVE A FESTIVAL
RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE guitarist Tom Morello has announced that he will be putting on a festival called Power To The People on October 3 at the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland, USA. Among the confirmed artists are Tom himself, as well as Bruce Springsteen, FOO FIGHTERS, Joan Baez, Jack Black, DROPKICK MURPHYS, CYPRESS HILL, Serj Tankian, Taylor Momsen, The LINDA LINDA'S etc.powertothepeoplefest.com
TOOL, SOCIAL DISTORTION, BAD RELIGION, IGGY POP AND SEX PISTOLS CONFIRMED FOR RIOT FEST
BAD RELIGION
TOOL, SOCIAL DISTORTION, BAD RELIGION, DESCENDENTS, PENNYWISE, Iggy Pop, Patti Smith, SEX PISTOLS, PUBLIC IMAGE LTD, GWAR, The CHATS, The FLATLINERS etc. have been confirmed for Riot Fest, which happens on September 18-20 at Douglass Park in Chicago, USA.
riotfest.org
THE DARTS ANNOUNCES SHORT U.S. TOUR IN AUGUST
American garage rockers The DARTS are going on a short U.S. tour through some of their favorite places in August.Tickets: thedartsus.com
PIRATE BAY LEAKS NEW PIRATE QUEEN ALBUM
Bermuda heavy metal pirates PIRATE QUEEN will release their second album, "Sailing Around The World", on September 4 through Despotz Records. But someone uploaded the album to Pirate Bay before release. The album was swiftly taken down from the infamous site, but instead of sending anyone to walk the plank, PIRATE QUEEN decided to give something back to their loyal crew around the world. To celebrate the chaos, the band has now released a brand-new music video for the song "William Kidd".youtu.be/uKurQeLR6Ts?si=9ifBf_1zJBWiTrfj | facebook.com/piratequeenofficial | despotz.se
PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED ALBUM WITH THE CRAMPS TO BE RELEASED IN AUGUST
American psychobilly/punk legends The CRAMPS will release the album "Gravest Gravy", on August 21. It's a never-before released recording from 1977, and it will be available on vinyl, CD and digital.More info and pre-order: thecramps.com
PAUL Di'ANNO's BATTLEZONE CELEBRATES 40th ANNIVERSARY OF DEBUT ALBUM
In 1986, legendary vocalist Paul Di'Anno - who was the voice behind IRON MAIDEN's formative years - launched a bold new chapter with the release of "Fighting Back", the explosive debut album from BATTLEZONE.4 decades later, "Fighting Back" remains an essential document of 1980s heavy metal, and to celebrate this 40th anniversary, Deko Entertainment has remastered and repackaged this landmark release from the former IRON MAIDEN frontman. It will be available in August on 180-gram vinyl in 2 limited edition colors, CD, and contains the bonus track "Rising Star".
SEPULTURA ANNOUNCES LAST SHOW
After more than 4 decades of bringing heavy music to the world's biggest stages, Brazilian/American metallers SEPULTURA have announced the final show of their career. The historic performance will take place on November 7, 2026 at the Mercado Livre Arena Pacaembu in São Paulo, Brazil. They will be joined by METAL ALLEGIANCE, KRISIUN and SACRED REICH. And additional special guests will be announced soon..NEW SINGLE WITH ÅSKVÄDER ON FRIDAY
Swedish rock band ÅSKVÄDER will release a new single, "Farewell", on Friday, May 29. It's the first taste of their upcoming third album, and their first release through the label Icons Creating Evil Art. This track also marks the beginning of a new chapter together with new singer/guitarist Saga Flygare Täll.found.ee/farewellsingle | linktr.ee/askvaderband | icea.se
HAVOK SIGNS WITH BLKIIBLK
Colorado thrash quartet HAVOK have officially signed to BLKIIBLK. Their debut on the label is the new single, "Fifth Generation Warfare"."Fifth Generation Warfare" is also the first release with their new guitarist, Brett Rechtfertig.
In addition to the new single, HAVOK recently announced tours in the United States, Latin America, and Europe.
youtu.be/IqeKU0_xh78?si=oB7neOCkLFsa96ta
SLADE's DAVE HILL TO RELEASE SOLO ALBUM
SLADE member Dave Hill will release a new solo album, "Dirty Foot Lane", in October.More details: facebook.com/OfficialSladeBand
ARMORED SAINT AND METAL CHURCH ANNOUNCES NORTH AMERICAN CO-HEADLINING TOUR
ARMORED SAINT will join METAL CHURCH for a North American co-headlining tour this fall. "The Metal Saint Tour 2026" will commence on November 2 in San Juan Capistrano, California and run through November 21 in Agoura Hills, California. Additional support will be provided by LIVEKILL.Tickets go on sale this Friday, May 29.
FLOTSAM AND JETSAM RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
American thrash metal pioneers FLOTSAM AND JETSAM have released the official music video for the title track of their upcoming album, "Rats In The Temple", which is due on August 28 via Napalm Records.youtu.be/DLwxt85T3u0?si=2MtRKt4r1MKLVmB-
TARJA TURUNEN SHARES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
Former NIGHTWISH singer Tarja Turunen has released the official music video for the song "The Trace Outlives". The track features a guest appearance by Sayo Komada, a shamisen player fluent in both the Tsugaru and Nagauta styles, and is the third single from Tarja's upcoming metal album "Frisson Noir", which is due out on June 12 via earMUSIC.youtu.be/QHjoCeUVzpc?si=hBxgl6vxoBe16JzO
LEX LEGION ANNOUNCES FIRST-EVER LIVE SHOW
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LEX LEGION, the new band featuring 4/5 of KING DIAMOND's classic late 80s lineup, will play its first-ever concert on November 28 at Filmstudion in Gothenburg, Sweden.
The band features Andy La Rocque (guitar), Mikkey Dee (drums), Pete Blakk (guitar) and Hal Patino (bass), alongside vocalist Nils K. Rue (PAGAN'S MIND).
LEX LEGION's self-titled debut album will be released in June via MNRK Music Group.
NEW SINGLE WITH MOONSPELL
Portuguese dark metal pioneers MOONSPELL return with the next haunting chapter from their forthcoming studio album, "Far From God". The band have released the official music video for their brand new single, the album opening track "Cross Your Heart"."Far From God" will arrive on July 3 via Napalm Records.
youtu.be/YxNpXNKU0aE?si=URnkQM8Rl8CnULZ_ | lnk.to/Moonspell-FarFromGod | moonspell.com
HELLSINGLAND UNDERGROUND TO CELEBRATE 20th ANNIVERSARY
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Swedish rock band HELLSINGLAND UNDERGROUND will celebfrate their 20th anniversary at Rosehills in Ljusdal, Sweden on July 30. They will play the entire debut album from start to finish.
The group is currenlty working on a new album.
facebook.com/hellsinglandunderground
DRAGONFORCE ANNOUNCES NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
Epic power metal veterans DRAGONFORCE are inviting fans to join them on their largest North American tour in more than 2 decades. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of their album "Inhuman Rampage", the cross-country run will bring the band to 22 cities this November and December, with support from ENSIFERUM and RHAPSODY OF FIRE.Beginning at San Diego's Observatory on Friday, November 13, dates will stretch from New York City's Palladium Times Square to Chicago's Riviera Theatre, Los Angeles's Wiltern and beyond. Public on-sale begins this Friday, May 29, with Citi and artist presales starting today (May 26).
dragonforce.com
THE BOYS ARE IN THE STUDIO
British/Swedish punk rock veterans The BOYS are currently in a studio here in Sweden to record a new album, which will be released in December.
ATTENTAT RECORDING NEW ALBUM
Swedish punk rock veterans ATTENTAT are currently in the studio to record a new album, which seems to be titled "Pilsner, Punk & Poesi". And there will be a release party at Musiken Hus in their hometown Göteborg on October 23 with special guests GATUPLAN.
facebook.com/AttentatGBG
HÄLLAS ANNOUNCES EUROPEAN TOUR
Swedish adventure rockers HÄLLAS are going on a European tour together with their friends EARTH TONGUE in October.facebook.com/haellas
NEW EP WITH KNIFVEN ON FRIDAY
Swedish punk trio KNIFVEN will release a new 6-track EP, "Negativ Positiv", on Friday, May 29. It will be released digitally through their own label Røv Records.MASTERPLAN SHARES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
Power metal veterans MASTERPLAN, who are led by former HELLOWEEN guitarist Roland Grapow, will release their new studio album, "Metalmorphosis", on June 26 via Frontiers Music Srl. The official music video for the LP's 4th single, "The Call", is out now.youtu.be/_Wabn62f8PU?si=9__pqXsw_6p_SKQx | ffm.bio/metalmorphosis
GATANS LAG, SMÅJÄVLAFÖTTER AND BOB MALMSTRÖM CONFIRMED FOR PUNKPARKEN
Punkparken is a punk festival at Mariebergsparken in Kinna (a few miles outside Borås), Sweden on July 3-4. Confirmed acts for this summer's edition are GATANS LAG, DEATH BY HORSE, SMÅJÄVLAFÖTTER, VET HUT, BOB MALMSTRÖM, SKARABÉ, PÄRLOR OCH SVINN, DOSMER, SYSTEMKOLLAPS, RAKA RØR etc. They will also show the ANTI CIMEX documentary "Jawbreaker".
punkparken.se
SLUTSTATION TJERNOBYL BASSIST IS DEAD
Swedish trallpunk band SLUTSTATION TJERNOBYL has lost their bassist, Michael Edström, who passed away yesterday (May 23).facebook.com/SlutstationTjernobyl
BOMBUS WORKING ON NEW ALBUM
Swedish metal band BOMBUS are currently working on a new album, which they plan to release in early 2027. They are also booking a European tour for spring 2027.facebook.com/bombusmusic
CRYSTAL EYES DONE WITH NEW ALBUM
The recordings of local (Borås, Sweden) power metal veterans CRYSTAL EYES's 9th album is complete. Now they will mix and master it at Studio Fredman before it's ready to be released.
facebook.com/crystaleyessweden
DIMMU BORGIR RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
Norwegian symphonic black metallers DIMMU BORGIR have released a cinematic music video for "As Seen In The Unseen", the latest single from their new album, "Grand Serpent Rising", which was released yesterday (Friday, May 22) via Nuclear Blast Records.youtu.be/x1K4gVUQkDU?si=WuWYlxqz6v8xNoqo
AVATAR ANNOUNCES EUROPEAN TOUR
Swedish theatrical metal band AVATAR have announced a headline tour across Europe in the end of the year.The tour kicks off on November 20 in Wolverhampton, U.K. and runs through until December 19 in Wrocław, Poland. The Danish death metal band NECKBREAKKER will be support on all dates. Tickets go on sale on Tuesday, May 26 at: avatarmetal.com
HARDCORE SUPERSTAR ANNOUNCES SCANDINAVIAN TOUR
In October/November, Swedish street hard rockers HARDCORE SUPERSTAR are going on their biggest Scandinavian tour in years. The "Dirty Halo Tour" is hitting 21 venues across Sweden, Finland and Estonia before continuing into Europe and the rest of the world during 2027.
Tickets go on sale this Monday, May 25 at: hardcoresuperstar.com/tour
THE CASUALTIES ADD DATES IN ITALY AND GERMANY
American punk veterans The CASUALTIES has added a date in Italy and 3 more in Germany to their upcoming European summer tour.Tickets and dates: thecasualtiesofficial.com/tour
NEW SINGLE WITH MOLIOR SUPERUM
Swedish retro hard rockers MOLIOR SUPERUM have released a new single, "Spegeln".moliorsuperum.bandcamp.com/track/spegeln
NEW SINGLE WITH STRÖM
Swedish-singing hard rockers STRÖM have released the second single, "Mer Ström Åt Folket", from an upcoming album that will be released in early October.youtu.be/PMMHtCogvLY?si=CSYTy_okoiVv-EV0 | facebook.com/TidenSjunger
NEW SONG WITH THE SOLAR LODGE
Swedish goth/rock veterans The SOLAR LODGE have also released a new single, "Skiter I".solarlodge.lnk.to/YvUDrU | facebook.com/thesolarlodgesthlm
ERIK GRÖNWALL ANNOUNCES JAPANESE DATES
Swedish hard rock singer Erik Grönwall (MSG, ex-SKID ROW, H.E.A.T) are going to Japan in November for his first solo dates there.There will be 2 shows:
Nov. 4 - Tokyo, Ebisu Gardens Hall
Nov. 5 - Osaka, Umeda Club Quattro
linktr.ee/erikgronwall
OZZY BECOMES A.I. AVATAR
On Wednesday (May 20), Sharon and Jack Osbourne announced the creation of an A.I. avatar of Ozzy Osbourne during a talk called "The Enduring Legacy Of A Rock Icon And His Family: Ozzy Osbourne And The Osbournes" on the License Global main stage at Licensing Expo at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. The digital Ozzy is coming to life through a partnership between Hyperreal, the digital human technology company behind the patented Digital DNA process, and Proto Hologram. Together they will enable the avatar to have conversations with fans and move, speak and respond as Ozzy would.Digital Ozzy will appear in Proto Luma units - described as life-size, patented holoportation devices that can display live or pre-recorded content with its 86-inch multi-touch volumetric display, 4K resolution, high fidelity speakers, and spatial computing / conversational A.I. capabilities - in the U.K. and U.S. beginning late summer.
THE DARKNESS RELEASES THEME SONG FOR NEW "Masters Of The Universe" MOVIE
British rockers The DARKNESS have released "Masters Of The Universe", the theme tune to this year's long-awaited He-Man movie "Masters Of The Universe", which premiered earlier this week at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, California.youtu.be/G_lonD5RUVY?si=wz2PA76b_Dmix8J9
NOFX TO RELEASE SOUNDTRACK TO NEW DOCUMENTARY
American punk rock veterans NOFX have released a video for their song "40 Years of Fuckin' Up". The song appears in their documentary of the same name, which is screening in select theatres around the world, and you can see a complete list of upcoming screenings here: 40yearsoffuckinup.com/tickets.The song is also on the official soundtrack and score album which will be out on August 28 via Fat Wreck Chords. The album features 26 songs in total, including new original score songs, 2 unreleased singles - "40 Years of Fuckin' Up" and "We Did It Our Way" - rare demos and covers, and live versions of NOFX songs.
NEW SINGLE WITH FINNTROLL SINGER LILLMÅNS
Last year, Mathias Lillmåns - recognized by most as vocalist "Vreth" in Finnish folk metal institution FINNTROLL - dug through his personal vaults and released "Remains", a 17-track collection spanning 3 decades of his work with different bands. And now he returns with his first solo single, "In Glorious Black and White", under the name LILLMÅNS.ffm.to/in-glorious-black-and-white
TWIN PIGS CONFIRMED FOR VRÅLET
TWIN PIGS, DEATH BY UNGA BUNGA and VET HUT! have been confirmed for the punk and rock festival Vrålet!, which happens at Filmstudion in Göteborg, Sweden on November 6-7.
vralet.se
3 AT THE GATES ALBUMS TO BE RE-RELEASED ON CD
3 albums with Swedish death metal legends AT THE GATES will be re-released as remastered CD editions this Friday, May 22. The albums are "The Red in the Sky is Ours", "With Fear I Kiss the Burning Darkness", and "Terminal Spirit Disease".
Peaceville.lnk.to/At_The_Gates | facebook.com/AtTheGatesOfficial
METAL CHURCH GOES TO JAPAN
American metal veterans METAL CHURCH are going to Japan for 3 shows at Holiday Shinjuku in Tokyo on October 9-11.linktr.ee/metalchurchofficial
NEW SINGLE WITH SKID ROW BASSIST RACHEL BOLAN
As you might know, SKID ROW bassist Rachel Bolan will release his debut solo album, "Gargoyle Of The Garden State", on June 12 via earMUSIC. The official music video for the LP's third single, "Memory", is out now.youtu.be/7ZNqpC1KPtQ?si=Ob2ZqbTD32yxSjfV
ADRIAN VANDENBERG ANNOUNCES U.S. CO-HEADLINE TOUR WITH VINNIE MOORE AND MARCO MENDOZA
Dutch guitarist Adrian Vandenberg (VANDENBERG, WHITESNAKE) is bringing a powerhouse night of classic hard rock to U.S. audiences this August with "My Whitesnake Years" tour. The tour features an all-star lineup including acclaimed guitarist Vinnie Moore and veteran bassist/vocalist Marco Mendoza, celebrating decades of iconic rock music spanning WHITESNAKE, THIN LIZZY, UFO, Ted Nugent and beyond.Tickets and a VIP meet-and-greet packages are available for purchase here: vandenbergband.com/tour
NEW SINGLE WITH MOB RULES
German power metal veterans MOB RULES have unveiled their brand-new single "Above The Maelstrom", taken from the forthcoming studio album, "Stories From The Verdant Vale", set for release on August 21 via ROAR - A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music.mobrules.rpm.link/maelstromPR | mobrules.rpm.link/storiesPR | facebook.com/mobrulesband
ARCH ENEMY ANNOUNCES NORTH AMERICAN TOUR WITH THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER
ARCH ENEMY and The BLACK DAHLIA MURDER will return to North American stages this fall on a co-headlining tour. The "Wrath Across America 2026" tour runs from October 5 through November 19. Additional support will be provided by SEPTICFLESH, CRYPTA and THROWN INTO EXILE.
More info: archenemy.live
KAM LEE TO FRONT BENEDICTION FOR LATIN AMERICAN TOUR
MASSACRE frontman Kam Lee, who was a member of an early version of DEATH as well as the pre-DEATH band MANTAS alongside guitarist/vocalist Chuck Schuldiner and guitarist Rick Rozz, will handle lead vocals for British death metal veterans BENEDICTION during their November 2026 tour of Latin America.Lee's addition to BENEDICTION's touring lineup comes 1 week after it was announced that BENEDICTION vocalist Dave Ingram was stepping down from the band due to ongoing health issues. BENEDICTION confirmed that Ingram will still appear at select shows throughout 2026, depending on his health. BENEDICTION will also play other concerts with fill-in vocalists, including Oscar Rilo and returning frontman Dave Hunt.
LION'S SHARE RELEASES NEW VIDEO
Swedish heavy metal band LION'S SHARE have released the new video for "We Are What We Are", celebrating the song's milestone of over 1 million Spotify streams.The band released their latest album, "Inferno", in March this year. It was their first studio album in 17 years, and "We Are What We Are" has become one of the standout songs on the album.
youtube.com/watch?v=CU-yIM4XUIE | lionsshare.org
TESLA COVERS QUEEN
TESLA just released a new cover of QUEEN's 1977 classic "Spread Your Wings", from their upcoming album, "Homage", to be released on July 17 through Frontiers Music Srl.youtube.com/watch?v=Up-iugVdxpg | ffm.bio/tesla-homage
BIRTHDAY BASH FOR BON SCOTT IN NYC
The third annual Bon's Birthday Bash will be held on Thursday, July 9 in New York City at The Cutting Room. The only U.S. tribute event authorized by the Bon Scott estate, the Birthday Bash will feature vocal luminaries Corey Glover of LIVING COLOUR, Constantine Maroulis, Steve Brown of TRIXTER, Jimmy Kunes of CACTUS, and many more. The band will once again be Paul McGilloway on lead guitar, John Jackson on rhythm guitar, Ivan Bodley on bass, and Kenny Soule on drums, with the evening hosted by legendary rock radio personality Terrie Carr. The event will also feature a Morrison Hotel Gallery pop-up showcasing never-before-seen images of Bon Scott by legendary rock photographer Steve Joester. Prints will be available for sale.Tickets: wl.eventim.us/event/the-third-annual-official-bon-scott........
THE DWARVES RELEASE NEW VIDEO
American punk rock veterans The DWARVES have released a new music video for their song "We Are The Scene", that's off their upcoming album, "Jenkem", which is out June 6 via Greedy Records.youtu.be/QkUyYug9MyA?si=d_oH9QuPQ0pgsfQt
CIRKUS PRÜTZ ANNOUNCES NEW SINGER
Earlier this year, CIRKUS PRÜTZ singer Christan Carlsson announced that he wanted to step off the blues rock cirkus to focus on other things in life and his other band The QUILL, who just released a new album. New singer and harmonica player is Nicolas Vowden.facebook.com/cirkusprytz
THE EROTICS SHARE NEW VIDEO
New York street hard rockers The EROTICS have a new video out for the song "Trapped In Nowhere", taken from their latest album, "Just What The Devil Ordered", which was released in February.youtu.be/fXzEuEmGdxQ?si=TLurnqOa5QIrwPGF | theerotics1.bandcamp.com/album/just-what....
DE LYCKLIGA KOMPISARNA AND LASTKAJ 14 CONFIRMED FOR VRÅLET
DE LYCKLIGA KOMPISARNA, LASTKAJ 14, PERKELE, CITY SAINTS and THE GOOD THE BAD AND THE ZUGLY have been confirmed for the Vrålet! punk and rock festival in Göteborg, Sweden on November 6-7.
vralet.se
NEW SINGLE WITH MANDY MANALA
Finnish heavy rockers MANDY MANALA has released a video for "Shoebox", a song taken from their upcoming second album, "Something Wicked", which will be released on May 29 through Argonauta Records.
youtu.be/NOoMTJvYGt8?si=FF9xBXMqlORHkv-d | facebook.com/MandyManala | facebook.com/ArgonautaRecords
PAUL Di'ANNO DOCUMENTARY TO BE SHOWN IN UK AND USA
Cleopatra Entertainment has announced the theatrical release of the documentary film "Di'Anno: Iron Maiden's Lost Singer" into U.K. cinemas from May 1, 2026 at Birmingham's Mockingbird Cinema, followed by screenings through June 2 in the U.K.'s Light Cinema chain. Full listings and ticket purchase links can be found at musicfilmnetwork.comAt U.S. film festivals such as Sound Unseen in Minneapolis (May 13) and the San Francisco Documentary Festival on (June 3), the film will also see its North American theatrical premiere for public audiences at the Lumiere Music Hall Theater, 9036 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, California 90211 on June 9 at 7:00 p.m., which is also the official North American release date for both the digital VOD and home entertainment DVD/Blu-ray formats.
Trailer: youtu.be/Oqk4b4IJJ6o?si=g_bydtIoMTlHvzGj
NEW LIVE RELEASE WITH L.A. GUNS IN JULY
L.A. GUNS will release a new live CD and DVD, "Live From The Guild Theatre", on July 3 via Cleopatra Records. It was recorded on July 10, 2025 at The Guild Theatre in Menlo Park, California.cleorecs.com/products/l-a-guns-live...
NEW SINGLE WITH REVOLTING
Swedish death metallers REVOLTING gives us a second taste, "A Midnight Massacre", from their upcoming 10th studio album, "Supernatural Anthems", which will be released on June 4 via Xtreem Music.youtu.be/137KGbBKBLE?si=TKhwixOvkOe-lWZz | shop.xtreemmusic.com | facebook.com/revoltingdeathmetal
NEW SINGLE WITH FIMBUL WINTER
Swedish melodic death metallers FIMBUL WINTER - with 3 former members of AMON AMARTH - has released the new single "Crowned In Ash".The band released their debut EP, "What Once Was", last year.
youtu.be/rKgSmM9tgrw?si=oEXlSoabZOr2cusf | fimbulwinterswe.bandcamp.com
BOOK ABOUT METAL ALBUM COVERS
The new hardcover book "...And Justice For Art: Stories About Heavy Metal Album Covers - Ultimate Edition" is now available.This book includes 372 color pages, 700 graphics, and more than 120 exclusive interviews about the making of hundreds of iconic metal album covers. This epic journey through the art of heavy music features stories about the sleeve artworks for albums like BLACK SABBATH's "Black Sabbath", IRON MAIDEN's "Killers", METALLICA's "...And Justice For All", AT THE GATES' "Slaughter Of The Soul", SLAYER's "Reign In Blood", OPETH's "Heritage", DARKTHRONE's "A Blaze In The Northern Sky", among many others.
Order: andjusticeforart.bigcartel.com/product/pre-order-book.... | andjusticeforart.com
BLUE ÖYSTER CULT's ERIC BLOOM TO MISS A FEW SHOWS
BLUE ÖYSTER CULT singer Eric Bloom will miss some of the band's upcoming shows after undergoing an unspecified "non-life-threatening" surgery. Kasim Sulton (UTOPIA) will be standing in for him for a few shows.The band is scheduled to play its next gig on May 16 in Oroville, California, with additional dates on the itinerary through the summer and fall.
x.com/theamazingBOC
NEW SINGLE WITH STEPPIN' RAZOR BLADES
New England ska punk rockers STEPPIN' RAZOR BLADES release a new video for their second single, "Coming Of Age", this Friday, May 15. It's a song taken from their debut album, "Stay Sharp", which will hit stores on Friday, May 22.THIN LIZZY RE-RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM
THIN LIZZY's self-titled debut album returns for its 55th anniversary, newly expanded with 15 unreleased recordings, rare BBC sessions, brand new stereo mixes, and for the first time ever, a Dolby Atmos mix. Out on July 10 as 4LP, 3CD/Blu-ray boxset (with 40-page hardback book), 2LP Green Vinyl, and 2LP Blue Vinyl.facebook.com/ThinLizzyOfficial
MURDER JUNKIES ANNOUNCES U.S TOUR
American punk band MURDER JUNKIES are going on a 35th anniversary Summer tour across USA in August.facebook.com/ggallinofficial
MOTÖRHEAD ANNOUNCE 20TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF "Kiss Of Death"
MOTÖRHEAD are pleased to announce the 20th anniversary edition of the album "Kiss Of Death", out July 3 via BMG on expanded double LP and 2CD including a previously unreleased radio broadcast concert from Lowlands Festival 2007. It will also be available digitally.
You can watch a new lyric video for the fan favourite "God Was Never On Your Side" here: youtu.be/bAIt20SWzi0?si=YG_OCSzdT11TcSpT
Pre-order/Pre-save: motorhead.lnk.to/KissofDeath20thPR
imotorhead.com
NEW 7" WITH CENTINEX IN JULY
Swedish death metallers CENTINEX will release a limited picture 7" vinyl, titled "Crime Divine", on July 10 through Steel Breaker Records.The single features a DISMEMBER cover and a live track.
facebook.com/Centinexofficial | facebook.com/steelbreakerrecords
NEW SINGLE WITH MEZZROW NEXT WEEK
Swedish thrashers MEZZROW will release a new single, "In The Labyrinth Of Eternal Suffering", on Wednesday, May 20.More info and pre-save: save-it.cc/fireflash/in-the-labyrinth-of-eternal-suffering | facebook.com/mezzrowsweden
GEOFF TATE AND BULLET CONFIRMED FOR ROCKNYTT INDOOR
Geoff Tate's OPERATION: MINDCRIME, BULLET, CIVIL WAR, CRYSTAL BALL and SAFFIRE have been confirmed for the 1-day event Rocknytt Indoor, which will happen at Trädgår'n in Göteborg, Sweden on January 30, 2027.
secure.tickster.com/fd6myh2fmtr39yu | facebook.com/RocknyttIndoor
MÖTLEY CRÜE TO RELEASE PICTURE DISC BOX SET
MÖTLEY CRÜE is gearing up to hit stages across North America this summer on "The Return Of The Carnival Of Sins" tour. The band's first extensive touring in 2 years will see them hit 35 cities with dates in July, August, and September, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of MÖTLEY CRÜE's groundbreaking 2006 "Carnival Of Sins" tour with a reimagined show and updated setlist. $1 of every ticket sold will be donated to ASAP! (After School Arts Program) through the Mötley Crüe Giveback Initiative to support students with hands-on programs in music and the arts.To get you ready for the summer tour kick-off, MÖTLEY CRÜE has announced a limited-edition picture disc box set, "Crücial Crüe 1981-1989". It will be available via BMG on July 10 as a 5LP picture disc set, 5CD picture disc replica set, and ultra-limited 250 unit hand-numbered Crüeseum exclusive featuring a reverse color outer box.
"Crücial Crüe 1981-1989" includes MÖTLEY CRÜE's iconic first 5 studio albums: "Too Fast For Love" (1981), "Shout At The Devil" (1983), "Theatre Of Pain" (1985), "Girls Girls Girls" (1987) and "Dr. Feelgood" (1989).
motley.com
JOURNEY ADDS 40 DATES TO FAREWELL TOUR
JOURNEY is extending their massive "Final Frontier Tour" with 40 additional North American dates this fall.The newly announced leg begins Saturday, September 12 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California and concludes with a hometown finale show on Saturday, November 28 at Chase Center in San Francisco, California.
journeymusic.com
ALICE COOPER RE-RELEASE "Along Came A Spider" AND "Welcome 2 My Nightmare"
Alice Cooper returns with the reissues of "Along Came A Spider" and "Welcome 2 My Nightmare". They are available across all major platforms and in multiple physical formats via earMUSIC, and includes bonus material.
earmusic.com | alicecooper.com
ANOTHER SINGLE WITH BLUTGOTT
German metal universe BLUTGOTT releases the new single "Legacy Of The Bloodking (Debauchery version)". The track is taken from the upcoming album "Death Of The Bloodking", which will be released on October 30 through Metalville Records.youtube.com/watch?v=s1DFRZYCcqE | blutgott.com | metalville-shop.com
NEW SINGLE WITH DEEP PURPLE
DEEP PURPLE has released the new single "Arrogant Boy", which is a taste of the new album, "SPLAT!", out on July 3 via earMUSIC.youtu.be/SoSr0sStFaE | deeppurple.lnk.to/SPLAT | deeppurple.com
THE WHO SINGER ROGER DALTREY ANNOUNCES U.S. SOLO TOUR
Rock legend Sir Roger Daltrey (The WHO) has announced a run of U.S. solo tour dates.The tour will kick off August 23 at the Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona and run through September, including a rare Daltrey performance at New York City's The Town Hall on September 27 and wrapping up in Medford, Massachusetts at the Chevalier Theatre on September 29.
thewho.com
IRON MAIDEN DRUMMER NICKO McBRAIN ANNOUNCES AUTOBIOGRAPHY
Harper Nonfiction is set to publish the deeply personal autobiography of IRON MAIDEN's longtime drummer Nicko McBrain. "Hello Boys And Girls!" will be published into hardback, ebook and audio on October 22.Nicko joined IRON MAIDEN in 1982, replacing Clive Burr. The now-73-year-old British musician, whose real name is Michael Henry McBrain, announced his retirement on December 7, 2024.
youtu.be/N2lkMwX2cbc?si=CL9p7Cv3uzbr-uVl
NEW SINGLE WITH ANTHRAX ON FRIDAY, NEW ALBUM IN SEPTEMBER
ANTHRAX will release a new song, "It's For The Kids", on Friday, May 15. The track is the first single from the band's long-awaited new studio album, "Cursum Perficio", due on September 18 in North America via Megaforce and in Europe through Nuclear Blast. It will be their first new studio album in 10 years.
orcd.co/itsforthekids
THE FIRST SINGLE WITH ZAN/CODY IS OUT
Zan/Cody - the project with original SHOTGUN MESSIAH members Zinny Zan (vocals) and Harry Cody (guitars) - return with a new studio album, "Beautiful 'N Damned", out on July 24 via Frontiers Music Srl.To celebrate the announcement, the band unveil the first single and accompanying video, "Damn".
youtu.be/q07DkosDZNU?si=BftIAfnPi7zo9Wcs
SWEET TO RE-RELEASE "The Answer"
Originally released in 1992 under the title "A", a version of the original SWEET album expanded to include various bonus tracks, entitled "The Answer", was released 3 years later. The album will now be re-released on both CD and LP via Metalville Records on July 10.sweet.lnk.to/TheAnswerLP | facebook.com/TheSweetOfficial | metalville-shop.com
THE CROWN ADD MORE DATES TO FAREWELL TOUR
Swedish death metallers The CROWN has added some more tour dates to their farewell tour. Among the new countries that they will visit are Japan, South Korea, Dubai, Serbia etc.
More info: facebook.com/thecrownofficial
THE CLASH RE-RELEASE OLD SINGLE
The CLASH will re-release the 7" vinyl single "Should I Stay Or Should I Go", with "Straight To Hell" on the b-side, on June 12. It was originally released in September 1982.theclash.lnk.to/SIS7 | facebook.com/theclash
DREGEN GOES TO SOUTH AMERICA
BACKYARD BABIES and The HELLACOPTERS guitarist Dregen are going to South America in October for a few shows in Chile, Argentina and Brazil. Tickets are out now.
facebook.com/DregenOfficial
NEW ALBUM WITH SAXON IN JANUARY
In a new interview with France's Last Ride podcast, vocalist Biff Byford of British heavy metal legends SAXON spoke about the status of the band's recently completed 25th studio album. It seems like it will be released on January 22, 2027, and there will be a first single in September. No title was revealed..
youtube.com/@vinylestimesclassicrockrad2985
NICKE BORG TO PLAY BACKYARD BABIES SONGS IN THE FALL
BACKYARD BABIES frontman Nicke Borg heading out on tour this fall playing all your favourite BACKYARD BABIES songs. More info soon..
facebook.com/backyardbabies
DEZ CADENA TO PLAY AN ALL BLACK FLAG SET IN PHILLY
On May 16, for the first time since 1981, punk icon Dez Cadena will perform a full BLACK FLAG set at Philamoca in Philadelphia, USA. Other bands that will play are the newly reformed DROOGETTES, NOUN, and The BROOD.Note that this is a matinee show and doors are at 1pm.
Tickets: eventbrite.com/e/dez-cadena-plays-all-black-flag......
NEW SINGLE WITH ELEINE
Swedish metal band ELEINE return with their brand-new single "Empire Of Lies". It's the first glimpse of their highly anticipated new album, set for release on December 4 through RPM.ELEINE are going on a European tour in October/November.
eleine.rpm.link/eol | eleine.com
GRAHAM BONNET BAND ANNOUNCES UK SHOWS
GRAHAM BONNET BAND will do 2 shows at Holy Diver in Stockport, UK on November 26-27.facebook.com/grahambonnetmusic
STEEL PANTHER SIGNS WITH FRONTIERS MUSIC SRL
American glam rock jokers STEEL PANTHER has signed with Italian label Frontiers Music Srl.To celebrate the signing, the band has released the new single "The Mother's Day Song".
ffm.to/steelpanther-themothersdaysong | facebook.com/frontiersmusicsrl
NEW ALBUM WITH TUNGSTEN IN OCTOBER
Swedish power metal act TUNGSTEN are ready to unleash their fifth studio album, "Ashes", set for release on October 9 via PERCEPTION - A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music, and celebrate the announcement with their brand-new video single "Joker".
The band has further revealed co-headline tour dates with INDUCTION.
tungsten.rpm.link/jokerPR | tungsten.rpm.link/ashesPR | tungstenofficial.net | perception.music
L7 SAYS GOODBYE
After more than a decade back on the road, L7 have announced their farewell tour. Dubbed "The Last Hurrah Tour", the North American run will take the iconic Los Angeles band across the United States and Canada this fall.The tour kicks off October 9 in Phoenix and wraps up November 14 in Los Angeles, with stops in cities including Austin, New York City, Chicago, Seattle, and Vancouver.
Pre-sale begins today, May 8. Public on-sale Monday, May 11.
facebook.com/L7theband
MÄRVEL TO RELEASE THE LATEST ALBUM ON CD
Swedish melodic energy rockers MÄRVEL released their 10th album, "Brain Drain Diaries", digitally in December last year, and on vinyl a while ago. Now it's time for the CD edition, which features 3 bonus tracks: "Insane (Jag Blir Galen)", "Secrets" and "Connection". This edition will be released through Leather Lake on June 15.
marveltheband.com
TESTAMENT ANNOUNCES LATIN AMERICAN TOUR WITH MUNICIPAL WASTE AND IMMOLATION
Bay Area thrash legends TESTAMENT will take MUNICIPAL WASTE and IMMOLATION with them on a Latin American tour in November/December. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, May 8.testamentlegions.com
NEW ALBUM WITH FLOTSAM AND JETSAM IN AUGUST
American thrash metal pioneers FLOTSAM AND JETSAM will release their new album, "Rats In The Temple", on August 28 via Napalm Records.THE BABOON SHOW ANNOUNCES SUMMER DATES
Swedish punk/rock band The BABOON SHOW will do some tour dates in Europe during the summer.
thebaboonshow.com
THE QUIREBOYS, THUNDERMOTHER, BULLET AND TORCH CONFIRMED FOR HÅRDROCK AT SEA
Hårdrock At Sea will leave Stockholm, Sweden on November 14 for a crusie on the Baltic Sea. Entertainment will come from bands like The QUIREBOYS, THUNDERMOTHER, BULLET, TORCH, GRAHAM BONNET BAND, CIRCUS PRÜTZ, TRENCH DOGS, BALLBREAKER, The GRISTLE etc.
vikingline.se/hardrock | julymorning.nu
NEW SINGLE WITH SOCIAL DISTORTION
SOCIAL DISTORTION has released "The Way Things Were", the third and final song to be released in advance of the band's long-awaited 8th album, "Born To Kill", out May 8 via Epitaph Records.youtu.be/4XsH7h1HHkI?si=1y3butfH6tlqhTkA
ALISSA WHITE-GLUZ HAS JOINED DRAGONFORCE
DRAGONFORCE has announced Alissa White-Gluz (BLUE MEDUSA, ex-ARCH ENEMY, The AGONIST) as the group's newest member and first frontwoman.Beginning this Saturday, May 9, at Welcome To Rockville, and Sunday, May 17 at Sonic Temple, DRAGONFORCE's debut live performances with White-Gluz will also kick off the 20th anniversary of "Inhuman Rampage".
instagram.com/reel/DX9aO5Os9eK/....
THE WHO RELEASES NEW SINGLE FROM UPCOMING LIVE ALBUM
Following the reveal of THE WHO's upcoming live album "Live At Eden Project", earMUSIC presents the album's second single: "You Better You Bet (Live at Eden Project)", available today as an instant gratification track with all digital pre-orders. To accompany the release, the live performance video is also on the earMUSIC YouTube channel."You Better You Bet" was originally released in 1981.
"Live At Eden Project" will be released on May 29.
youtu.be/qLgmQ7PyuLk?si=y45EvfVgpBkR10Et
NEW ALBUM WITH DEEP PURPLE IN JULY
DEEP PURPLE will release a new studio album, "SPLAT!", on July 3 through earMUSIC.To celebrate the release, DEEP PURPLE will continue their extensive 2026 touring schedule with no fewer than 86 shows across 28 countries on 3 continents.
Pre-order and tour dates: deeppurple.com
NEW ALBUM WITH ROLLING STONES IN JULY
The ROLLING STONES are going to release a new album, "Foreign Tongues", on July 10.The new single, "The Stars", is available now.
rollingstones.lnk.to/ForeignTongues | linktr.ee/therollingstones
ÅSKVÄDER SIGNS WITH ICONS CREATING EVIL ART
Swedish rock band ÅSKVÄDER has signed with Swedish record label Icons Creating Evil Art. New music coming soon..facebook.com/askvaderband | icea.se
BOOK ABOUT THÅSTRÖM AND HIS BAND PEACE LOVE AND PITBULLS
Singer and guitarist Sören "Sulo" Karlsson (DIAMOND DOGS, KSMB, Kikki Danielsson) will release a book about Swedish rock artist Joakim Thåström and his 90s, when he left Sweden and formed the industrial rock band PEACE LOVE AND PITBULLS in Amsterdam.
The book will be published by Norstedts and Storytel in August.
ACID REIGN RELEASES MUSIC VIDEO FOR LATEST SINGLE
U.K. thrash metal veterans ACID REIGN will release a new album, "Daze Of The Week", on May 15 via Back On Black. The LP will mark the band's first release since 2019's "The Age Of Entitlement":.The official music video for the second single from "Daze Of The Week", a song called "Sorrowsworn", is out now.
youtu.be/SeHghSLfaOk?si=Vj-OBpES8GCXenmX
CONVERGE RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO
CONVERGE deliver a music video for "Doom In Bloom", a track taken from the upcoming album "Hum Of Heart", out on June 5 via Deathwish/Epitaph Records.youtu.be/QRUU-05AFQk?si=zYqsFKJgUuAEXSsF
NEW SINGLE WITH LEX LEGION
LEX LEGION, the new band featuring four-fifths of KING DIAMOND's classic late 80s lineup, has released the official music video for its second single, "Gypsy Tears".
Featuring Andy La Rocque (guitar), Mikkey Dee (drums), Pete Blakk (guitar) and Hal Patino (bass) - alongside vocalist Nils K. Rue (PAGAN'S MIND) - LEX LEGION brings together decades of experience spanning MOTÖRHEAD, SCORPIONS and, of course, KING DIAMOND.
LEX LEGION's self-titled debut album will be released in June via MNRK Music Group.
youtu.be/L0CuHWB_0Zw?si=Gi_sP8pEIUtzKdkh
THE STOOGES TO RELEASE MOBILE FIDELITY VERSION OF "Fun House"
The STOOGES are releasing a new version of their "Fun House" album. This version is in the Mobile Fidelity series. MoFi bills itself as having supreme sound quality. The LP is cut as a 2xLP 45rpm and there is also a SACD version.
instagram.com/mobilefidelityofficial
NEW SINGLE WITH FATAL VISION
Canadian melodic rock band FATAL VISION return with their brand-new single and official video, "No More Tears To Cry".The track is the latest preview from the band's upcoming 4th studio album, "Four Sides To Every Story", set for release on May 22 via Escape Music.
ffm.to/fv-no-more-tears-to-cry | fatalvisionmusic.com | escape-music.com
SEX PISTOLS BASSIST GLEN MATLOCK's AUTOBIOGRAPHICAL DOCUMENTARY SET FOR DIGITAL RELEASE IN USA
VMI Worldwide has announced that the music documentary "I Was A Teenage Sex Pistol" will be available to buy or rent on digital platforms in the U.S. starting Tuesday, May 26, with pre-orders beginning Tuesday, May 12 on Apple TV.The film is based on the acclaimed tell-all memoir by SEX PISTOLS' founding member Glen Matlock.
Trailer: youtu.be/PYyhc9HZniE?si=s2fqc4gS6TZgApTr
ECLIPSE CANCEL AUSTRALIAN TOUR
Swedish hard rockers ECLIPSE have been forced to cancel their Australian tour next week.Read more: facebook.com/EclipseSweden
DEEP PURPLE ADDS 3 NEW DATES IN SOUTH AMERICA
DEEP PURPLE have added 3 new dates in South America on their 2026 World Tour.facebook.com/officialdeeppurple
EXTENDED DELUXE EDITION OF KERRY KING's SOLO DEBUT
Kerry King, the iconic SLAYER songwriter/guitarist, is giving fans more with the release of an Extended Deluxe Edition of his acclaimed debut solo album, "From Hell I Rise", via Reigning Phoenix Music on June 19, expanding the record with 5 previously unheard demos and new visual elements, including cover artwork by James Bousema and a revamped layout with additional photos.
The demos offer a rare window into King's creative process, complete with scratch vocal performances by Kerry. Something that he's been doing for many years, and it's never been heard outside the studio, until now.
kerryking.rpm.link/fromhelldeluxePR | facebook.com/KerryKingOfficial | reigningphoenixmusic.com
SLAVERIET CONFIRMED FOR TYROLENTRALL
SLAVERIET have been confirmed for the Tyrolentrall festival at Tyrolen in Blädinge, Sweden on July 10. It's a punk festival with mainly melodic bands.
Other confirmed bands are VET HUT, RÖD REVOLVER, HAVERI, and MIMIKRY.
facebook.com/tyrolentrall
KINGS OF THRASH RECRUITS STEVE "Zetro" SOUZA FOR NEW SINGLE
Cleopatra Records has released "Bullets Ready", the latest single from KINGS OF THRASH, featuring former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson and ex-MEGADETH guitarist Jeff Young."Bullets Ready" delivers a powerful vocal duet between KINGS OF THRASH vocalist Chaz Leon and Gabriel Connor, frontman of the rising Los Angeles theatrical rock group RED DEVIL VORTEX. The track also features a special guest appearance by former EXODUS vocalist Steve "Zetro" Souza.
youtu.be/kBLqbLLIfrA?si=QfzPLooTq9lSno2v
MINI MOTÖRHEAD MUSEUM OPENS IN THE UK
According to BBC News, a mini MOTÖRHEAD museum has just opened in Burslem, Stoke on Trent, England, the town where frontman Ian Fraser "Lemmy" Kilmister was born.
IFK Legacy CIC created the new venue, which includes a bar serving official MOTÖRHEAD beers and "Lemmy lemonade", alongside the aforementioned museum featuring MOTÖRHEAD memorabilia and artwork.
Fans will be able to visit from Friday, May 1.
bbc.com/news/articles/c3d2e5ely2xo
AT THE GATES LANDS FIRST-EVER No. 1 ALBUM IN SWEDEN
"The Ghost Of A Future Dead", the latest album from Swedish melodic death metal pioneers AT THE GATES, has topped the official chart in the band's home country. It marks the first time ever that AT THE GATES has entered the main Swedish album chart at No. 1.
Released on April 24 via Century Media Records, "The Ghost Of A Future Dead" also landed at No. 1 on the Swedish physical, vinyl and hard rock charts.
The album marks a special tribute to AT THE GATES frontman Tomas Lindberg, who tragically passed away in September 2025.
facebook.com/AtTheGatesOfficial/posts/15137....
NEW TRACK WITH KING ULTRAMEGA
KING ULTRAMEGA have released a powerful interpretation of "Dead Wishes", featuring Brann Dailor (MASTODON) at the helm performing lead vocals, with both acoustic and electric guitars performed by Angel Vivaldi. Strings were conducted by Mark Menghi in addition to arrangements and composition of all orchestral instruments (including sleigh bells, shakers, hand drums, xylophones, violins, cellos), and bass performance, keyboards provided by Frank Mitaritonna, with drums and percussion by Kenny Aronoff.Recorded in loving memory of Chris Cornell, KING ULTRAMEGA are also raising funds and awareness for MusiCares, the Recording Academy's nonprofit that provides mental health services, addiction recovery support, and emergency assistance to members of the music community.
The song was originally written and performed by Chris Cornell.
youtu.be/JDaqb7qDSD8?si=GnFl9HW1JefmCpoL | kingultramega.com | musicares.org
NEW SINGLE WITH ERIK GRÖNWALL
Swedish hard rock singer Erik Grönwall (MSG, ex-SKID ROW, H.E.A.T) has released the third single, "Praying For A Miracle", from his upcoming solo album, "Bad Bones", which will be released on May 22.youtu.be/nFrSYxjlcvw | linktr.ee/erikgronwall
NEW SINGLE WITH MÄRVEL
Swedish melodic energy rockers MÄRVEL has released a new single, "Secrets".
marvel.ffm.to/secrets | facebook.com/marveltheband
NEW SONG WITH MIMIKRY
Swedish melodic punk rockers MIMIKRY deliver a new song featuring Swedish singer/songwriter Stefan Sundström. The title is very long..
open.spotify.com/track/7aI6Wqv9yfRp05NU9phAeI............... | facebook.com/mimikrysverige
BULLET ANNOUNCES EUROPEAN TOUR
The BULLET bus will be rolling out on the European highways in October together with S.O.R.M. Most dates will be in Germany, but they will also visit Austria and Denmark (not much of a European tour).
bulletrock.com
TROUBLEMAKERS RELEASES COVERS COMPILATION
Swedish punk rock veterans TROUBLEMAKERS has released a compilation of covers, "Samling Covers 1995-2013", on Spotify.
It seems like they will also release a new studio album later this year, and the release party will last for 2 days at Musikens Hus in their hometown Göteborg on September 25-26.
open.spotify.com/album/4QbTC2QjSi4tgbF44............... | facebook.com/punkrockgbg
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