Machine Head’s 2025 North American Tour

Machine Head’s 2025 North American Tour

Machine Head have announced a North American tour that will include In Flames, Lacuna Coil, and Unearth. The five-week trek begins in Oakland and concludes with a handful of dates in Canada. Also, Machine Head and Lacuna Coil will play the Sick New World Festival on April 12th. Presale will begin November 14th with general on-sale…

The Clash
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The Clash

“The Clash… the only band that matters.” The importance of The Clash cannot be overstated. They were a lightning rod for the Punk movement preaching revolutionary politics. While they often appeared to be chasing the Sex Pistols, they were far more successful artistically and far more influential politically. They also showed considerable musical range (including…

White Stripes Drop Trump Lawsuit

White Stripes Drop Trump Lawsuit

The White Stripes have dropped their copyright infringement lawsuit against Donald Trump over the unauthorized use of “Seven Nation Army” in a campaign video released earlier this year. In the complaint, which was filed amid Trump’s campaign for re-election, the White Stripes noted that they “vehemently oppose the policies adopted and actions taken by defendant Trump…

Papa Roach/Rise Against Tour Launches In March

Papa Roach/Rise Against Tour Launches In March

Papa Roach and Rise Against have announced a joint tour that will launch next March and run through early April. A second leg will begin in September and conclude in early October. Locations and dates are below. The trek will celebrate the 25th anniversary of Papa Roach’s sophomore set “Infest” while Rise Against will mark over…

2025 Grammy Rock Nominations Announced

2025 Grammy Rock Nominations Announced

The Rock/Metal nominations for the 67th annual Grammy Awards have been announced. Below are the categories and nominees. Who SHOULD win is highlighted. Best Rock Album The Black Crowes – Happiness BastardsFontaines D.C. – RomanceGreen Day – SaviorsIdles – TANGKPearl Jam – Dark MatterThe Rolling Stones – Hackney DiamondsJack White – No Name  Best Rock Song The Black Keys – “Beautiful People (Stay High)”St….

The Police - Outlandos d'Amour
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The Police: Legacy Tracks

The band’s fifth album, “Synchronicity,” was known for “Wrapped Around Your Finger” and “King Of Pain,” both major hits, but the path was blazed by the album’s lead single, the minimalist “Every Breath You Take.” Combined with the stark black and white video that dominated MTV, the song was mega. You couldn’t escape it. Still,…

Butcher Babies Believe In “Sincerity”

Butcher Babies Believe In “Sincerity”

Butcher Babies have issued a new single, “Sincerity,” their first release since the departure of co-vocalist Carla Harvey. “Over the last decade and a half, Butcher Babies has become known for our aggression and soaring melodies. This new release is no different,” vocalist Heidi Shepherd explained. “This single is bound to invoke an emotional rollercoaster between looking toward the future with hope…

Guns N’ Roses Reach A Billboard Milestone

Guns N’ Roses Reach A Billboard Milestone

Guns N’ Roses’ “Greatest Hits” has now logged 700 weeks on the Billboard 200. The singles compilation was released in 2004. GN’R’s “Greatest Hits” peaked at #3 on the Billboard chart and has bounced in and out (mostly ‘in’) on the survey over the past twenty years. The set includes “Sweet Child O’ Mine,” “Welcome To The…

The Week In Rock: November 2nd – 9th

The Week In Rock: November 2nd – 9th

11/2 Linkin Park Performs At World Championship They play “Heavy Is The Crown” during the 2024 League Of Legends World Championship opening ceremony at the O2 Arena in London. It’s the band’s first collaboration with Riot Games. 11/3 Zakk Wylde Plays Anthem Black label Society frontman and longtime Ozzy Osbourne guitarist Zakk Wylde plays the U.S. national anthem prior to kickoff of the Seahawks’ matchup vs….

Delain’s “Dance With The Devil” Is Released

Delain’s “Dance With The Devil” Is Released

Delain’s “Dance With The Devil” EP has dropped.  The set, a collection of new tracks, live cuts (including three with Italian singer Paolo Ribaldini) and instrumentals. “The video (for the title track) contains a dramatized depiction of the struggle between good and evil — the war we all wage both without and, often times, within…